US WWI veterans' 'Bonus Army' marches in Washington, DC in 1932

US WWI veterans' 'Bonus Army' marches in Washington, DC in 1932

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In 1924, veterans were awarded certificates, but President Hoover vetoed the bill, citing economic concerns. Later, during the 71st Congress, veterans gathered at the White House to lobby for new legislation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year were certificates awarded to veterans, which President Hoover later vetoed?

1920

1924

1930

1935

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was President Hoover's main reason for vetoing the bill related to veterans' certificates?

It was unconstitutional

It would harm international relations

It would damage the government economy

It was unfair to other citizens

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Congress was in session when the ex-soldiers gathered to lobby for new legislation?

70th Congress

71st Congress

72nd Congress

73rd Congress

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the ex-soldiers gather to push for new legislation?

In front of the Supreme Court

In front of the Lincoln Memorial

In front of the White House

In front of the Capitol Building

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the ex-soldiers gathering in the streets?

To act as a lobbying force for new legislation

To celebrate Veterans Day

To demand immediate payment of bonuses

To protest against the government