America: the Story of Us “WWII”

[Pages:2]America: the Story of Us "WWII"

1. Why was the Pearl Harbor attack such a shock to the United States?

2. What new technology was at the time considered a "gadget" by the US military? What weaknesses did it have that kept it from preventing an attack at the time?

3. What were some of the results of the attack on Pearl Harbor?

4. During America's transformation into "an arsenal of democracy", what important piece of "technology" was developed? What did this technology come to symbolize? What other things were produced for the war?

5. How did World War II affect women? How did women also have an impact on the economy?

6. How were some of the women's jobs dangerous?

7. What was the air combat strategy for WWII? What makes flying these planes risky, and what do pilots suffer from?

8. How many Americans have been drafted by 1943?

9. Although army platoons were segregated, how did the army play a significant role in race relations? 10. Describe the planning and preparation for Operation Overlord (D-Day). At least 5 details.

11. Describe the execution of Operation Overlord (D-Day). At least 5 details.

12. Describe the development and use of the atomic bomb (at least 5 details). .

13. How was the United States changed by the war?

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