The Great Depression

What were the main causes of the Great Depression?

• Drought and crop failures, government regulation, technological advancements

• Rise in interest rates, decrease in government spending, increase in consumer spending

• Stock market crash, overproduction and underconsumption, bank failures, and the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act.

• Global economic recession, decrease in international trade, increase in government intervention

How did the Great Depression affect the economy?

• The Great Depression had no impact on the economy.

• The Great Depression led to an increase in economic activity.

• The Great Depression resulted in low unemployment rates and increased production and trade.

• The Great Depression had a severe impact on the economy, leading to a decrease in economic activity, high unemployment rates, and a decline in production and trade.

What were some of the social effects of the Great Depression?

• Stable employment rates, increased wealth, and improved economic conditions.

• Low poverty rates, decreased homelessness, and improved social welfare programs.

• High unemployment rates, poverty, homelessness, and increased crime rates.

• Decreased crime rates, increased employment rates, and improved living conditions.

What was the unemployment rate during the Great Depression?

• 25%

• 75%

• 50%

• 10%

Which industries were hit the hardest during the Great Depression?

• technology, finance, healthcare

• retail, transportation, hospitality

• construction, manufacturing, agriculture

• education, entertainment, telecommunications

What were some of the government policies implemented to combat the Great Depression?

• Tax cuts for the wealthy.

• Monetary policy adjustments.

• New Deal programs

• Deregulation of the banking industry.

How did the Great Depression impact international trade?

• The Great Depression led to a decline in international trade due to protectionist measures and a decrease in global trade volumes.

• The Great Depression had no impact on international trade.

• The Great Depression led to an increase in international trade due to new trade agreements.

• The Great Depression led to a shift in international trade towards developing countries.

What were some of the major events that occurred during the Great Depression?

• Great Recession, Vietnam War, Women's Suffrage Movement, rise of nationalism in Europe.

• Roaring Twenties, World War I, Cold War, rise of socialism in Europe.

• World War II, Prohibition, Civil Rights Movement, rise of communism in Europe.

• Stock market crash of 1929, Dust Bowl, New Deal, rise of fascism in Europe

What were some of the long-term effects of the Great Depression?

• Expansion of international trade, increased investment in infrastructure, and improved financial regulations.

• Stable employment rates, reduced income inequality, and increased government intervention.

• High unemployment rates, poverty, and a decline in global trade.

• Rapid economic growth, increased consumer spending, and improved living standards.

How did the Great Depression end?

• The New Deal.

• The stock market crash of 1929.

• The Great Depression never ended.

• World War II