1934 Upton Sinclair Explains His EPIC Plan

1934 Upton Sinclair Explains His EPIC Plan

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Social Studies

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The transcript discusses the widespread economic issues affecting not just California but the entire world. It highlights the high number of people in California relying on public charity and suggests that under the current system, these individuals may never find work again. The proposed solution is to employ these people in productive labor, allowing them to produce what they consume, thereby reducing the burden on taxpayers and preventing state bankruptcy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main point the speaker makes about the economic issues in California?

They are due to technological advancements.

They are part of a global problem.

They are unique to California.

They are caused by natural disasters.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is the current situation for over a million people in California?

They are thriving in new jobs.

They are starting new businesses.

They are dependent on public charity.

They are moving to other states.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe about the future employment of those currently relying on charity?

They will find work soon.

They will never work again under the current system.

They will start their own businesses.

They will move to other countries.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What solution does the speaker propose for the economic issues discussed?

Providing opportunities for productive labor.

Cutting public charity programs.

Encouraging people to move to other states.

Increasing taxes on the wealthy.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker suggest the proposed solution will benefit the state?

By improving public transportation.

By attracting more tourists.

By reducing the burden on taxpayers.

By increasing state revenue.

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