Asked by Jaylin Garcia on May 20, 2024

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During World War II, Native Americans

A) served in the military and worked in war production.
B) prospered, especially those on reservations.
C) were eligible for GI Bill benefits only if living on reservations.
D) became more isolated within American society.
E) collaborated with the Japanese.

Native Americans

Indigenous peoples of the Americas, recognized as the first inhabitants of the continent before European colonization.

GI Bill Benefits

A range of benefits offered to veterans of the United States armed forces by the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944, including provisions for education, housing, and unemployment.

War Production

The mass production of military arms, equipment, and supplies, often involving the redirection of a country's economy and industries towards supporting war efforts.

  • Absorb the impact of African-Americans and other minorities in the context of World War II and the beginnings of the civil rights movement.
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Faith KabiruMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Native Americans significantly contributed to the war effort during World War II by serving in the military and working in war production. They also used their unique skills, such as the Navajo Code Talkers, to provide secure communications.