Exploring the Great Depression and New Deal

What percentage of Americans had no savings by 1929?

• 10%

• 80%

• 50%

• 20%

What was a major cause of the Great Depression?

• The economic boom of the 1920s

• Over-speculation and excessive credit use

• Increased spending on education

• Stable agricultural production

What was the outcome for the man who withdrew his money from the Bank of United States?

• He saved his fortune

• He was arrested

• He caused a bank run

• He lost all his money

How many banks closed in the last 60 days of 1930?

• 1200

• 900

• 600

• 300

What was the primary purpose of the Hoover Dam project?

• To increase tourism

• To generate hydroelectric power

• To provide jobs

• To support agricultural irrigation

How much concrete was used in the Hoover Dam?

• 6.6 million tons

• 8 million tons

• 5 million tons

• 4 million tons

What innovative technique was used in the construction of the Hoover Dam?

• Automated concrete mixers

• Solar-powered machinery

• Use of ice-cold water to cool concrete

• Underwater concrete pouring

How did the Hoover Dam impact Las Vegas?

• Reduced electricity supply

• Increased tourism and gambling

• Decreased population

• Caused water scarcity

What was the effect of the dust storms on health?

• Improved air quality

• Increased respiratory infections

• No significant impact

• Decreased sunlight exposure

What was the main cause of the Dust Bowl?

• Deforestation

• Over-plowing and drought

• Natural climate change

• Over-irrigation of crops