Question

How did World War II affect Florida’s economy? Check all that apply.

Cities were revitalized and expanded.
Employment rose among male workers.
Women worked in shipyards and at bases.
Florida farmers dominated the apple industry.
Florida became the top citrus-producing state.
The manufacturing and tourism industries grew.

Answer 1

Correct answers:
- Cities were revitalized and expanded. — True. Military bases, training camps and wartime industry brought population and investment to Florida cities.
- Women worked in shipyards and at bases. — True. Women entered wartime industrial and support jobs in shipyards, bases and defense plants.
- Florida became the top citrus-producing state. — True. Citrus production expanded and became a major part of the state’s economy.
- The manufacturing and tourism industries grew. — True. Wartime manufacturing expanded and postwar tourism boomed with improved infrastructure and more visitors.

Not correct:
- Employment rose among male workers. — False (many men served in the military; labor shortages led to increased employment of women and other groups).
- Florida farmers dominated the apple industry. — False (apples are not a Florida crop; apple production is concentrated in cooler states).