Global Story of the 1930's

What was the main event that dominated the world in the 1930s?

• World War II
• The Great Depression
• The Cold War
• The Industrial Revolution

How did the Great Depression impact America?

• Banks, companies, and consumers gained a lot of money.
• Businesses sold more products and hired more workers.
• Unemployment rate increased and businesses went bankrupt.
• The American economy boomed and opportunities increased.

How did the interconnectedness of global networks contribute to the global impact of the Great Depression?

• It didn't have any impact on other countries.
• Global networks helped countries recover quickly from the Depression.
• Global trade and credit networks led to a worldwide economic downturn.
• Global networks only affected the United States and Germany.

What was the role of credit in the global economic downturn during the Great Depression?

• Credit helped stabilize the global economy.
• Credit had no impact on the global economy.
• Credit led to a credit boom in the 1920s.
• Credit was not used during the Great Depression.

How did tariffs affect international trade during the Great Depression?

• Tariffs helped boost international trade.
• Tariffs had no impact on international trade.
• Tariffs made foreign goods cheaper for consumers.
• Tariffs led to a reduction in international selling and buying.

What was the impact of decreased demand for commodities during the Great Depression?

• Decreased demand for commodities led to increased prices.
• Decreased demand for commodities had no impact on the economy.
• Decreased demand for commodities led to lower prices.
• Decreased demand for commodities led to increased wages.

Which countries relied on selling raw materials and agricultural goods during the Great Depression?

• European countries
• Developed countries
• Developing countries
• Asian countries

How did decreased demand for goods like cars and machinery impact developing countries during the Great Depression?

• Developing countries experienced an economic boom.
• Developing countries had no impact on the global economy.
• Workers in developing countries were laid off and wages were cut.
• Developing countries became self-sufficient in producing goods.

How did the economic collapse in one part of the world impact other areas during the Great Depression?

• a) It had no impact on other areas.
• c) It led to a decrease in global trade.
• b) It led to an increase in global trade.
• d) It only impacted the United States and Germany.

What was the overall impact of the Great Depression on workers and farmers in different parts of the world?

• a) Workers and farmers gained income and prospered.
• b) Workers and farmers were not affected by the Depression.
• c) Workers and farmers experienced job losses and increased poverty.
• d) Workers and farmers saw an increase in job opportunities.