Question

question 16 of 20
what was one area where women helped the war effort in a major way?

a. helping with the treatment and care of wounded soldiers
b. helping to lay railroad tracks in the west
c. filling in for their husbands in government offices
d. educating freed slaves so they could serve in the army

Explanation:

During wars (e.g., Civil War), women played a major role in nursing and caring for wounded soldiers. Option B (laying railroad tracks) was not a major women's war effort role. Option C (filling in for husbands in govt offices) was less prominent than medical care. Option D (educating freed slaves for army service) was not a primary women's war effort area.

Answer:

A. Helping with the treatment and care of wounded soldiers