Economic Hardships and Government Response

The transcript narrates a personal story set during the economic boom and subsequent crash of the 1920s and 1930s. Initially, life is filled with optimism, new fashion trends, and financial investments. However, the stock market crash leads to financial ruin, eviction, and health issues. The narrator describes the government's inadequate response and the economic policies that exacerbate the situation, highlighting the struggles faced by individuals and families during this period.

What was the narrator's boyfriend, Alec, investing in to secure their future?

• Real estate

• Cryptocurrency

• Stocks on margin

• Gold

What event caused the narrator's financial situation to deteriorate?

• A family illness

• A war outbreak

• A stock market crash

• A natural disaster

What agricultural issue did the narrator's family face after the stock market crash?

• Pest infestation

• Over-cultivation

• Drought

• Flooding

What did the narrator's family lose due to their financial struggles?

• Their car

• Their savings

• Their farm

• Their business

What did the narrator hope the Prairie Rehabilitation Act would provide?

• New jobs

• Financial aid for the farm

• Healthcare benefits

• Educational opportunities

What did Alec plan to do to support the family after losing their home?

• Start a new business

• Train hop to find work

• Move to another country

• Invest in new stocks

What did the narrator and her friends rely on for meals during their hardships?

• Charity donations

• Food stamps

• Soup kitchens

• Community gardens

What was the narrator's opinion on the government's response to the economic crisis?

• Supportive and effective

• Focused on international aid

• Overly involved

• Indifferent and ineffective

What did the narrator criticize about Prime Minister Bennett?

• His healthcare reforms

• His foreign policy

• His economic policies

• His environmental policies

What was the purpose of the New Deal mentioned by the narrator?

• To cut government spending

• To promote international trade

• To increase working programs

• To reduce taxes