Which of the following was one cause of economic inequality between ethnic groups following World War II?

Question

(1 point)
Responses

Widespread housing shortages made homeownership difficult.

Widespread housing shortages made homeownership difficult.

Blue collar wages made the middle-class lifestyle unattainable.

Blue collar wages made the middle-class lifestyle unattainable.

Japanese American resettlement was prohibited in urban areas.

Japanese American resettlement was prohibited in urban areas.

G.I. benefits for black veterans were limited to segregated schools.

G.I. benefits for black veterans were limited to segregated schools.

Answer 1

The most relevant cause of economic inequality between ethnic groups following World War II among the options provided is:

G.I. benefits for black veterans were limited to segregated schools.

This option highlights how discriminatory practices affected the access of black veterans to the benefits that could help them achieve economic stability and advancement compared to their white counterparts. The GI Bill offered significant benefits to veterans but often reinforced existing racial inequalities, particularly in education and housing.