Roosevelt's Views on Society and Economy

Franklin D. Roosevelt takes the presidential oath and addresses the nation, emphasizing the need for courage and leadership in the face of economic challenges. He highlights the importance of restoring social values over monetary gain and calls for a shift in public and political priorities. Roosevelt's speech underscores the need for collective effort and the rejection of outdated economic practices.

What does Franklin D. Roosevelt promise to do to the best of his ability?

• Preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution

• Increase taxes

• Reduce unemployment

• Improve foreign relations

What does Roosevelt say is the only thing we have to fear?

• Economic collapse

• Fear itself

• War

• Political instability

According to Roosevelt, what has met with the understanding and support of the people?

• Foreign alliances

• Military strategies

• Leadership of frankness and vigor

• Economic policies

What does Roosevelt identify as a major problem for farmers?

• Lack of labor

• No market for their produce

• High taxes

• Poor weather conditions

What does Roosevelt say about the rulers of the exchange of mankind's goods?

• They have been fair and just

• They have improved the economy

• They have failed through their own stubbornness and incompetence

• They have succeeded in their efforts

What does Roosevelt suggest is necessary for the restoration of the temple of civilization?

• Increased military spending

• Higher taxes

• Application of more noble social values

• More monetary profit

According to Roosevelt, where does true happiness lie?

• In material wealth

• In the possession of money

• In the joy of achievement and creative effort

• In political power

What does Roosevelt believe these dark days will teach us?

• To avoid risks

• To rely on foreign aid

• That our true destiny is to minister to ourselves and our fellow men

• To seek more profits

What does Roosevelt say about the standards of success?

• They should be based on political power

• They should be based on military strength

• They should be based on moral values

• They should be based on material wealth

What does Roosevelt call for an end to in banking and business?

• Government intervention

• Jealous and selfish wrongdoing

• Foreign investments

• High profits