Twelve-year-old Adam Schmidt reads letter he wrote to President Roosevelt which saved his family's home

12-year-old Adam Schmidt wrote a letter to President Roosevelt, expressing concern about his family's financial struggles during the Great Depression. His heartfelt plea highlighted the challenges faced by his family, including his parents' health issues and his brother's unemployment. As a result of Adam's letter, the family received a home loan in New Jersey, which improved their situation. Adam's family was proud of him, considering him a hero for his initiative.

What does Adam mean when he says he is the 'big shot' in the family?

What was the response of President Roosevelt to Adam's letter?