U.S History Unit 7 Review: World War 2

What are the reasons for the Allied victory WW2?

1. Allies able to outproduce Axis powers 2. Germany forced to fight a two - front war (divides resources)

What effects did dropping the atomic bomb have on history

1. People had radiation on they body 2. The neat was hotter than the sun 3. Lethal amongst human begins

Describe the practice of island hopping during WW2?

A military strategy employed by the Allies in the Pacific war against the Axis Powers.

What was the purpose of the Dawes Plan?

A plan in 1924 that successfully resolved the issue.

In what way did the U.S. foreign policy change between the 1930s and 1940s?

It goes from a country from neutrality to interventalism.

In what way was the League of Nations a cause of World War 2?

It's credibility damaged other nations and it could've promoted on international cooperation.

What actions did the U.S. government take to try and maintain U.S. neutrality when WW2 broke out in Europe?

President Wilson declares that United States would follow a strict.

What was the purpose of the Lend Lease Act?

Provided for military aid to any country whose defense was vital to the security of the United States.

What was the purpose of Japanese Internment (Executive order 9066)?

The president authorizes Japanese relocation in an atmosphere of world war 2 hysteria

What was the purpose of the Nuremberg Trials?

The trials punished many of the people responsible for World War 2 and the holocaust.

What was the decision made in Korematsu U.S.?

Korematsu asked the Supreme Court of the U.S. case on December 18,194. That the detention was a "military necessity"

December 7, 1941 why do you need to know this date?

This when the attack on Pearl Harbor happened.

List the Causes of WWII?

Rise of fascism, imperialism, German resentment, inaction of League of Nations.

What is isolationism? What are the arguments in favor it?

A policy of remaining apart from affairs or interests. It was a contribution to pushing Americas public opinion.

Define the Manhattan Project?

A top-secret plan to develop the first atomic bomb

What was the purpose for the creation of the Fair Employment Act of 1941?

Authorized to investigate complaints of job discrimination based on race, color, and creed etc..

What is the significance of the battle of midway in WW2?

Before the battle of the coral sea on 7-8 may 1942, the imperial navy of Japan had swept arise all of its enemies.

What was the purpose of the Washington Naval Conference?

Between 1921 and 1922, the world's largest naval powers gathered in Washington D.C.

Describe the home front during World War II?

Covers the activities of the civilians in a national war.

What was the purpose of the Office of Price Administration (OPA)?

Created to control prices after the outbreak WW2 to control inflation and stabilize prices.

List the Axis countries and their leaders?

Germany-Hitler Italy-Benito Mussolini Japan-Tojo (military), Emperor Hirohito

What is the significance of D-Day?

June 6, 1944 was code named Operation Neptune, presumably because it involved a water binding by Allies.

In what way did the government regulate consumption of materials deemed vital to WW2?

Mandatory rationing coupon and stamps.

What was the purpose of the Kellogg - Briand Pact?

Officially General treaty for Renunciation of war as an instrument of National Policy.

What event triggered passage of the Fair Employment Act?

The Lack of enforcement caused many union leaders and civil rights leaders to. doubt whether the FEPC and Executive order.

What was the purpose of the "cash-and-carry" provisions within the Neutrality Act?

The Neutrality Act lifted the arms embargo and put all trade with belligerent nations.

In what ways was WW2 a turning point? (Effect of World War 2)

The Soviet Union defeated Germany of stalingard, making the turning point in Eastern Europe.

What actions did the U.S. government take to prepare the nation for war?

The U.S. prepared for war by first building in readiness for deployment, by initiating a draft.

What were the experiences of Mexican Americans during WW2?

They served in segregated units during World War mostly as support troops.

List the Allied Countries and their leaders?

Winston Churchill- Great Britain Franklin Franklin Roosevelt- The United States Joseph Stalin- The Soviet Union

What role did women assume during WW2?

Worked as nurses, droves trucks, repaired airplanes, and preformed clerical work

What were the experiences of Mexican Americans during WW2?

a series of conflicts that occurred in June 1943 in Los Angeles between U.S. servicemen and Mexican American youths, the latter of whom wore outfits called zoot suits. The zoot suit consisted of a broad-shouldered drape jacket, balloon-leg trousers, and, sometimes, a flamboyant hat.