The 1930s: A Decade of Change

The 1930s were marked by significant global events, starting with the Wall Street Crash of 1929, leading to the Great Depression. This decade also saw the rise of fascism with leaders like Hitler and Mussolini. Natural disasters such as floods in China and droughts in America were prevalent. However, the 1930s also brought discoveries like Pluto and cultural milestones like the Empire State Building and The Wizard of Oz. The decade ended with the outbreak of World War II. Additionally, the video touches on the financial aspects of presidential campaigns.

What major event in 1929 led to a global economic downturn in the 1930s?

• The Great Fire of London

• The Wall Street Crash

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Treaty of Versailles

Which of the following leaders rose to power during the 1930s?

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Adolf Hitler

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Winston Churchill

Which planet was discovered in the 1930s?

• Neptune

• Mars

• Pluto

• Venus

What was one of the notable disasters of the 1930s?

• The eruption of Mount Vesuvius

• The Great Chicago Fire

• The sinking of the Titanic

• The explosion of the Hindenburg

Which iconic building was completed in the 1930s?

• The Sydney Opera House

• The Eiffel Tower

• The Empire State Building

• The Burj Khalifa

What significant global event began at the end of the 1930s?

• World War II

• The Korean War

• The Cold War

• The Vietnam War

What is one of the expenses involved in running a presidential campaign?

• Travel expenses

• Building a new house

• Starting a new business

• Buying a new car