The Second New Deal - Unit 7

Multiple Choice

What were some criticisms of the original New Deal, and how did the Second New Deal address these concerns?

• Critics said the New Deal was too expensive and the Second New Deal reduced spending.

• Critics said the New Deal failed to improve the economy, and the Second New Deal introduced bolder legislation with more social welfare benefits.

• Critics said the New Deal was too focused on agriculture, and the Second New Deal focused on industry.

• Critics said the New Deal was too strict on unions, and the Second New Deal weakened union support.

Multiple Choice

Which answer choice best explains the main message of this cartoon?

• The New Deal programs are effective.

• The president believes more New Deal programs are needed.

• Congress is hesitant to enact more New Deal programs.

• The United States is not willing to support Roosevelt's New Deal.

Multiple Select

Which factors contributed to Roosevelt's landslide win in 1936?

Select all that apply.

• connection with the American people through fireside chats

• various groups of people in the New Deal Coalition

• running unopposed in the election

• public approval of his policies

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a key component of the Social Security Act of 1935?

• Old-age Insurance

• Unemployment Insurance

• Aid for Families with Dependent Children

• Universal Healthcare

Multiple Choice

What was the main goal of Roosevelt's court-packing plan?

• To increase the number of Supreme Court justices supporting the New Deal

• To remove all justices over 70 years old

• To abolish the Supreme Court

• To appoint only young justices