Question

question 26 of 26
how did the role of women in the united states change during and after world war ii?
a. the rights of women were further restricted because of dangerous wartime conditions.
b. women found themselves with little to do while the countrys men were away at war.
c. women put aside their fight for equal suffrage in favor of supporting the war effort.
d. the labor shortage created by males serving in the war brought more women into the workforce.

Explanation:

During World War II, many men went to war, creating a labor - shortage. Women filled the jobs left by men, entering the workforce in large numbers. This was a significant change in their role. Option A is incorrect as women's rights did not get further restricted due to wartime conditions in terms of employment opportunities. Option B is wrong because women were actively involved in the war effort. Option C is incorrect as women had already achieved the right to vote (suffrage) before World War II.

Answer:

D. The labor shortage created by males serving in the war brought more women into the workforce.