Roosevelt Appeals For World Action

The transcript discusses Germany's recent challenges and outlines a comprehensive plan involving legislation and international cooperation. Key objectives include reducing armaments, cutting trade barriers, stabilizing currencies, and fostering friendly international relations to boost economic exchange and reduce fear of conflict.

What was the main issue Germany faced two months ago?

• Political stability

• Technological advancements

• Serious problems

• Economic prosperity

What is one of the goals of the international conferences mentioned?

• Isolation from other nations

• Expansion of trade barriers

• General reduction of armaments

• Increase in military spending

How does reducing armament costs benefit governments?

• Decreases international trade

• Encourages more wars

• Helps balance budgets and reduce taxes

• Increases military power

What is the purpose of cutting down trade barriers?

• To destabilize currencies

• To increase taxation

• To restart the flow of goods and crops

• To isolate nations

Why is stabilizing currencies important for international trade?

• It reduces international confidence

• It allows for better planning of trade contracts

• It increases trade barriers

• It makes trade contracts unpredictable