Dust Bowl Quiz

What was one of the main causes of the Dust Bowl?

• Excessive rainfall

• Severe drought

• Earthquakes

• Volcanic eruptions

What effect did the Dust Bowl have on farmers?

• Increased crop production

• Crops and livestock were destroyed

• Improved soil quality

• Expansion of farmland

How far did the "Black Blizzards" of the Dust Bowl reach?

• Only within the Midwest

• As far as Washington, D.C., and New York City

• Only within Texas

• As far as California

What was a common health impact during the "Dirty 30s" due to dust storms?

• Skin rashes

• Dust pneumonia

• Hearing loss

• Vision problems

Which states did 2.5 million Americans leave during the migration known as the "Okies"?

• California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah

• Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Missouri

• New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan

• Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi

What was the purpose of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation (RFC) started in 1932?

• To provide healthcare to all citizens

• To give loans to banks, railroads, local governments, and businesses

• To reduce taxes for the wealthy

• To establish a national education system

Which major projects were associated with Hoover's government actions during the Great Depression?

• Panama Canal, Erie Canal, Suez Canal

• Hoover Dam, LA Aquifer, Boulder Dam

• Golden Gate Bridge, Brooklyn Bridge, Sydney Opera House

• Mount Rushmore, Statue of Liberty, Eiffel Tower

What was one of the main goals of FDR's New Deal?

• Increase taxes on the wealthy

• Tackle unemployment through public works projects

• Reduce military spending

• Promote laissez-faire economics

What was the purpose of FDR's fireside chats?

• To announce new laws

• To calm the public and instill confidence

• To criticize political opponents

• To discuss foreign policy

Why did FDR push for Social Security?

• To increase taxes on the wealthy

• To provide financial security for older Americans

• To reduce government spending

• To promote private pensions