The Great Depression Review

Which of the following are considered causes of the Great Depression? (choose all that apply)

• Overspeculation

• High Tariffs

• Interest Rates at an all time low

• Overproduction

Answer explanation

The Great Depression was caused by overspeculation in the stock market, high tariffs that reduced international trade, low interest rates that encouraged borrowing, and overproduction leading to unsold goods.

The image shows the ​ (a)   ; which was constructed during the Great Depression to help provide ​ (b)   for the growing population in the western U.S.

• Hoover Dam

• resources

• Great Wall

• transportation routes

Answer explanation

The Hoover Dam was built during the Great Depression to provide essential resources, such as water and electricity, to support the growing population in the western U.S.

U.S. president at the start of the Great Depression?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Franklin Roosevelt

• Herbert Hoover

• William Howard Taft

Answer explanation

Herbert Hoover was the U.S. president when the Great Depression began in 1929. He served from 1929 to 1933, and his policies during this time were often criticized for not effectively addressing the economic crisis.

Herbert Hoover believed in ​ (a)   ; which resulted in the U.S. government providing little to no support to the American people at the start of the Great Depression.

• rugged individualism

• Government Intervention

• Codependency

Answer explanation

Herbert Hoover's belief in rugged individualism emphasized self-reliance and minimal government intervention, leading to limited support for Americans during the Great Depression.

What name was given to Roosevelt's programs that were intended to bring Relief, Recovery, and Reform to the U.S. during the Great Depression?

• The Ultimate Plan

• The Great Deal

• The New Deal

• The Road To Recovery

Answer explanation

Roosevelt's programs aimed at addressing the economic challenges of the Great Depression were collectively known as 'The New Deal.' This name reflects the comprehensive approach to provide Relief, Recovery, and Reform.

In 1932​ (a)   was elected president, and immediately began implementing his New Deal programs.

• Franklin Roosevelt

• Herbert Hoover

• Theodore Roosevelt

Answer explanation

In 1932, Franklin Roosevelt was elected president and initiated the New Deal programs to address the Great Depression, distinguishing him from Herbert Hoover, who was in office before him.

Which of the following was enacted by the U.S. government in 1929 in order to decrease competition for jobs?

• Mexican Repatriation Act

• Social Security Administration

• Chinese Exclusion Act

• Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

Answer explanation

The Mexican Repatriation Act of 1929 aimed to reduce competition for jobs by encouraging the return of Mexican immigrants to Mexico during the Great Depression, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

The role of the first lady was forever changed when ​ (a)   began actively working outside of the white house to advocate for civil rights throughout her husband's presidency.

• Eleanor Roosevelt

• Jackie Kennedy

• Lou Hoover

Answer explanation

Eleanor Roosevelt transformed the role of the first lady by actively advocating for civil rights during her husband's presidency, setting a precedent for future first ladies to engage in social issues.

Match the following New Deal Programs with their correct description

• SSA

  (social security administration)

• Relief program that provides an income for the elderly

• FDIC

  (federal deposit insurance corp.)

• Reform program that insures bank deposits

• SEC

  (securities exchange commission)

• Recovery program that employs people for public works projects

• WPA

  (works progress administration)

• Recovery program that provides jobs to young men

• CCC

  (civilian conservation corps.)

• Reform program that oversees the stock market

Roosevelt's New Deal programs were centered around the 3 R's.... what were the 3 R's ? (choose 3)

• Relief

• Revise

• Recovery

• Reform

Answer explanation

Roosevelt's New Deal programs focused on the 3 R's: Relief for the unemployed, Recovery of the economy, and Reform of the financial system. 'Revise' is not one of the key components.