Let’s go through each question one by one, using the information given in the worksheet. The answers are already filled in (highlighted), so we’ll just list them clearly and make sure they match what’s expected.
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1. The United States transformed itself into a Superpower in only ___ years.
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4
This means that within 4 years of entering WWII, the U.S. became a global superpower — thanks to its massive war production, military growth, and economic power.
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2. What happened on December 7th, 1941?
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Japanese attack the America fleet at Pearl Harbor
This was the surprise attack by Japan that brought the U.S. into World War II.
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3. What weak point does radar technology have prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor?
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Can’t pick up signals through mountains
Radar couldn’t detect planes coming over land or behind mountains — which is why Japanese planes weren’t spotted early enough.
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4. How many battleships are put out of action as a result of the attack?
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8
The attack damaged or sank 8 U.S. battleships at Pearl Harbor.
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5. What is another name for the general-purpose vehicle?
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Jeep
The “GP” (General Purpose) vehicle became known as the Jeep — used widely by the military during WWII.
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6. What role did women play during WWII?
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Worked in factories, built ships, built weapons
Women took over jobs men left when they went to war — especially in manufacturing and shipyards. They were called “Rosie the Riveter.”
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7. How much would WWII cost the United States?
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300,000,000,000
That’s $300 billion — an enormous amount at the time, showing how big the war effort was.
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8. How many American workers die through accidents during the first 16 ½ months of the war?
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64,000 American workers
War production was dangerous — many workers died in factory accidents while building planes, tanks, and ships.
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9. “By destroying the German’s economic and industrial base, America will weaken the Nazi’s ______ might.”
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Military
If you destroy a country’s ability to make weapons and supplies, their army can’t fight well — so it weakens their *military* power.
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Final Answer:
1. 4
2. Japanese attack the America fleet at Pearl Harbor
3. Can’t pick up signals through mountains
4. 8
5. Jeep
6. Worked in factories, built ships, built weapons
7. 300,000,000,000
8. 64,000 American workers
9. Military
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of america the story of us worksheet world war 2.
