A Long and Illustrious History
What happened to women in the workplace during the First World War?
AWomen took on many jobs previously done by men, as men went to fight ✓
BWomen's wages were increased to equal men's wages
CWomen were only allowed to work in hospitals
DWomen were banned from working to keep jobs for returning soldiers
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is Women took on many jobs previously done by men, as men went to fight.
During the First World War, women took on many jobs previously done by men, including working in factories, transport and agriculture. This helped change attitudes toward women in the workplace.
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