WWII Home Front: Rosie the Riveter Source Analysis

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~18 mins
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WWII Home Front: Rosie the Riveter Source Analysis

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Source Analysis: Rosie the Riveter

Source A: Rosie the Riveter

"During World War II, women across America stepped into roles traditionally held by men, symbolized by the iconic image of Rosie the Riveter. This poster shows a strong woman in overalls, flexing her arm, with the slogan 'We Can Do It!'. Rosie represented the millions of women who worked in factories, shipyards, and other industries to support the war effort. Her image was used to encourage women to join the workforce, breaking gender stereotypes and contributing to the Allied victory. Rosie became a symbol of female empowerment and patriotism during a critical time in history. Many women found employment and financial independence, but also faced challenges such as discrimination and balancing work with family life. The poster and the character of Rosie helped change perceptions of women's roles in society, leaving a lasting impact on gender equality in America."

1.
What does the source tell us about the role of women during WWII? (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Outline the purpose of the Rosie the Riveter poster based on the source. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
3.
Explain how the provenance of the source affects its usefulness for understanding Rosie the Riveter. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Compare the portrayal of women in the source with the challenges women faced during WWII. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Analyze the impact of Rosie the Riveter on gender roles in America after WWII. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
6.
Explain why Rosie the Riveter was an important symbol during WWII. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
7.
Outline the limitations of the source in understanding the full experiences of women during WWII. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
8.
Compare Rosie the Riveter's image with the actual experiences of women during WWII. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
9.
Explain how the source helps us understand the importance of propaganda during WWII. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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1/1/2026
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