Chapter 27

Question 1

What impact did federal spending during World War II have on total personal income in California?

Answer 1

The average income tripled compared to prior to the war.

Question 2

Who was the chief private entrepreneur of California’s wartime shipbuilding?

Answer 2

Henry Kaiser

Question 3

Upon what arguments did the US government base its wartime evacuation of the Japanese-Americans?

Answer 3

It was claimed that it was a “military necessity”, even though top general, George Marshal, said that was ridiculous.

Question 4

Assess the social and economic impact of massive federal spending in California during WWII. How did the war affect women and minority group members?

Answer 4

Women worked more. Minorities had more opportunities. Labor shortages.