The Great Depression

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An organized system of buying and selling stocks or parts of a company.

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stock exchange

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Risking money in the stock market in the hopes of making a lot of money in a short amount of time.

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speculation

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Having money to be able to buy goods and services, the things you need to live.

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purchasing power

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The amount larger than what is needed.

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surplus

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An organized group of workers, formed to protect and further their rights and interests

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labor unions

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Projects such as roads, schools, and libraries, built by the government for the community.

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public works