Women in the Workforce During WWII

Women in the Workforce During WWII

Grade 10 · Social Studies · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can describe the contributions of women in the workforce and military during WWII and evaluate the long-term effects on gender equality in America.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

Beyond the Story: American Women During World War II

Practice Questions

2 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe the various roles that women took on in the military during WWII and explain how these roles contributed to the war effort. Evaluate the impact of women's participation in the workforce during WWII on societal views of gender roles in America. How did these changes influence future movements for gender equality?

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