Great Depression and New Deal GLA Review

During the 1920s there was an overproduction of consumer goods. What happened to the price of these goods when demand did not increase?

• Prices increased

• Prices decreased

• Prices skyrocketed

• Prices stayed the same

Answer explanation

When there is overproduction and demand does not increase, prices of consumer goods usually decrease due to excess supply.

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CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

How did the collapse of the stock market in 1929 impact the economy and lead to the Great Depression?

• The stock market collapse had no effect on the economy.

• The stock market collapse boosted consumer confidence and spending.

• The stock market collapse caused widespread panic and bank failures.

• The stock market collapse resulted in increased job opportunities and economic growth.

Answer explanation

The stock market collapse caused widespread panic and bank failures.

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CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

Which of the following was a characteristic of the United States economy during the Great Depression?

• Rapid economic growth and prosperity

• High levels of unemployment and poverty

• Stable stock market and consistent industrial production

• Increased consumer spending and investment

Answer explanation

The correct characteristic of the United States economy during the Great Depression was high levels of unemployment and poverty.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

How did agricultural practices contribute to the severity of the Dust Bowl during the Great Depression?

• Sustainable farming methods prevented soil erosion

• Intensive plowing and overuse of the land led to soil depletion

• Crop rotation techniques improved soil fertility

• Irrigation systems minimized the impact of drought

Answer explanation

Intensive plowing and overuse of the land led to soil depletion, worsening the Dust Bowl conditions during the Great Depression.

How did the Dust Bowl increase the economic challenges faced by Americans during the Great Depression?

• The Dust Bowl had no impact on the economy during the Great Depression.

• The Dust Bowl led to a surplus of agricultural products and boosted the economy.

• The Dust Bowl caused widespread crop failures and forced many farmers into poverty.

• The Dust Bowl resulted in increased international trade opportunities for American farmers.

Answer explanation

The Dust Bowl caused widespread crop failures and forced many farmers into poverty, increasing the economic challenges faced by Americans during the Great Depression.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What measures did President Franklin D. Roosevelt implement to address the economic depression in the United States?

• The New Deal programs

• The Prohibition Act

• The Alien and Sedition Acts

• The Monroe Doctrine

Answer explanation

President Franklin D. Roosevelt implemented The New Deal programs to address the economic depression in the United States.

"We are all facing challenges, mostly related to money and

resources. Prices have dropped, taxes have gone up, and many

families are struggling financially. Businesses are having a hard

time selling their products, and many people have lost their savings." - F.D.R.

Which event was President Roosevelt referring to in his speech?

• Great Depression

• Rise of Nazism

• World War I

Answer explanation

President Roosevelt was referring to the Great Depression in his speech, as he mentioned challenges related to money, dropping prices, increased taxes, financial struggles, businesses having a hard time selling products, and people losing savings.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which was NOT a reason unemployment was high in the United States during the Great Depression?

• People quit their jobs and moved west to find gold in California.

• Businesses collapsed leading to workers being laid off.

• Bank failures led to a decrease in consumer spending.

Answer explanation

During the Great Depression, people did not quit their jobs to find gold in California. Unemployment was high due to businesses collapsing, workers being laid off, and bank failures decreasing consumer spending.

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5