What societal role did women in Nazi Germany primarily take on?

In Nazi Germany, the regime promoted a specific ideology about the role of women in society, emphasizing traditional values and the idea that a woman's primary purpose was in the home. The regime encouraged women to focus on being wives and mothers, supporting their husbands and raising children to become loyal citizens of the Third Reich. While women did perform some work, especially during World War II when men were conscripted into the military, the overarching narrative was that women should fulfill roles tied to the family and domestic duties.

The correct answer reflects the historical context of how women were expected to support the war effort during times when men were away, taking on roles in factory jobs or other positions to fill the gaps in the workforce. This perception was not about leadership in government or significant engagement in political debates, which were largely reserved for men, nor did it encourage women to participate in military service in any substantive way. While some women did serve in auxiliary roles, these were limited and not representative of widespread engagement in the military like that of men. Thus, the notion that women primarily filled jobs left by men aligns with the social structure and expectations placed upon them during this period in Nazi Germany.