FDR's Presidency and Policies

The video explores the life and legacy of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States. It covers his early life, education, and marriage to Eleanor Roosevelt. FDR's political career began in the New York State Senate, and he later served as Assistant Secretary of the Navy. Despite contracting polio, he became Governor of New York and then President during the Great Depression. His New Deal programs aimed to provide relief, recovery, and reform. FDR also played a crucial role in World War II, supporting the Allies. His presidency redefined the role of government and left a lasting impact on American society.

What was Franklin D. Roosevelt's relationship to Theodore Roosevelt?

• They were not related.

• They were father and son.

• They were brothers.

• They were distant cousins.

Which illness did FDR contract that left him disabled?

• Smallpox

• Polio

• Measles

• Tuberculosis

Which program did FDR fund to combat polio?

• The Vaccine Development Fund

• The Health and Wellness Initiative

• The Polio Prevention Program

• The March of Dimes

What was the primary goal of FDR's New Deal programs?

• To expand the military

• To provide relief, recovery, and reform

• To increase exports

• To reduce taxes

What was the impact of the New Deal's 'alphabet agencies'?

• They focused on foreign policy.

• They provided jobs and supported economic recovery.

• They reduced the national debt.

• They increased military spending.

Which event marked the beginning of America's active involvement in World War II?

• The invasion of Normandy

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The fall of Berlin

How did FDR communicate effectively with the American public during his presidency?

• Through televised speeches

• Through fireside chats

• Through newspaper articles

• Through public rallies

What was a significant outcome of FDR's presidency in terms of government role?

• It reduced government intervention.

• It led to the privatization of many sectors.

• It redefined the role of government in society.

• It focused solely on military expansion.

Which group was NOT specifically mentioned as being supportive of FDR?

• Blue-collar workers

• Labor unions

• Wealthy industrialists

• Ethnic minorities

What was the main reason for FDR's popularity during his presidency?

• His military strategies

• His economic policies and social programs

• His foreign alliances

• His tax reforms