United States History II Road Map for Success: World War II at Home Coupled with the radical changes abroad, World War II dramatically changed the face of our nation as well. World War II virtually ended the Great Depression due to the productive war-time economy. When the American men went to war, the American women took their place on the assembly line, the highway department and even the baseball field while helping to keep America running. For the very first time, women were given great responsibility outside of the home. African Americans were also given responsibility they had not before been granted at home and abroad. Though much of the American landscape and culture changed for the better, some of the effects that the war had on America crated a rift in the melting pot. In fear of communists, foreign spies and saboteurs, the American government created some special laws and provisions that were actually unconstitutional, yet there were thought necessary to ensure peace and tranquility at home. You will master the following standards: USII.17 Explain important domestic events that took place during the war. (H, E) A.     how war-inspired economic growth ended the Great Depression B.     A. Philip Randolph and the efforts to eliminate employment discrimination C.     the entry of large numbers of women into the workforce D. the internment of West Coast Japanese-Americans in the U.S. and Canada

Depth of Understanding (1-4)   Skill I CAN… Classroom Activities Depth of Understanding (1-4) How do I get there? 1) Identify American policies that stimulated economic growth in America 2) Describe specific trade relationships that bolstered domestic economic growth 3) Assess A.Philip Randolph’s role in helping end employment discrimination 4) Explain the American Women’s transition from housewife to the workforce member SELF ASSESSMENT HOW ARE YOU DOING SO FAR??? 5) Identify the short-term causes of Japanese internment in the United States and Canada 6) Identify the short and long-term effects of Japanese internment in the United States and Canada