Great Depression Wayground Screencast (Slides 112 - 117)

What was one reason big businesses opposed the New Deal?

• They wanted higher taxes.

• They thought it was not doing enough.

• They believed it was destroying free enterprise.

• They wanted more government regulations.

What was the main purpose of the Social Security Act?

• To build more public infrastructure.

• To provide jobs for the unemployed.

• To support retirees and disabled people.

• To increase taxes on the wealthy.

What did the Fair Labor Standards Act achieve?

• It banned child labor and set a minimum wage.

• It increased taxes on businesses.

• It provided pensions for all workers.

• It reduced the number of working hours.

Why was FDR's court-packing plan controversial?

• It aimed to reduce the number of justices.

• It was seen as an attempt to gain more power.

• It was supported by all political parties.

• It was intended to decrease government spending.

What event ultimately helped the U.S. recover from the Great Depression?

• The Roosevelt recession.

• The start of World War II.

• The end of World War I.

• The New Deal programs.