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

What action did President Hoover take regarding the bill for veterans in 1924?

He approved it

He vetoed it

He ignored it

He modified it

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason given by President Hoover for vetoing the veterans' bill?

It would help the economy

It would be a crippling blow to the government economy

It was not necessary

It was too expensive

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was happening in the 71st Congress regarding veterans?

They were discussing new legislation

They were ignoring veterans

They were voting on the bill

They were disbanding

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the ex-soldiers gather to express their support for new legislation?

In Congress

In the streets before the White House

At a local park

In their homes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did the ex-soldiers aim to play in the legislative process?

They wanted to be a powerful lobbying force

They wanted to remain silent

They wanted to oppose the bill

They wanted to leave the country