Promoting the city

The transcript discusses the government's promotional efforts to position Key West as a tourist destination comparable to Palm Beach. As the 1935 New Deal tourist season approaches, local preparations are underway, including the distribution of tips by Boy Scouts to residents expecting guests.

What did Director Stone communicate to the press about Key West?

• It will have fewer attractions than Palm Beach.

• It will not have any attractions.

• It will match the attractions of Palm Beach.

• It will have more attractions than Palm Beach.

What was the purpose of the promotional booklets printed by the government?

• To provide historical information

• To inform about new laws

• To advertise local businesses

• To promote Key West as a tourist destination

In what year was Key West preparing to open its first New Deal tourist season?

• 1930

• 1933

• 1940

• 1935

Who was distributing last-minute hints to residents in Key West?

• Tourist guides

• Local businesses

• Boy Scouts

• Government officials

What were residents of Key West expecting during the tourist season?

• More Boy Scouts

• Government officials

• Paying guests

• New laws