What sort of rationing and shortages occurred during World War II?

Answer 1

There is an excellent report on rationing here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rationing

Look at the civilian ration section.

Here is another great site with a more American view point:
http://www.epcc.edu/nwlibrary/borderlands/12_ration_books.htm

Answer 2

Sugar,coffee,meat,tires/rubber,gasoline