New Deal Policies and Their Impact

The video discusses FDR's election and his New Deal policies aimed at addressing the Great Depression. It covers his charismatic leadership, fireside chats, and emergency legislation. The New Deal's focus on recovery, relief, regulation, and reform is highlighted, along with the opposition it faced. Key initiatives like the Banking Relief Act, National Recovery Administration, and Social Security are explained.

What was one of the main purposes of FDR's fireside chats?

• To criticize his opponents

• To discuss foreign policy

• To reassure the American public

• To announce new laws

What was the primary goal of the Banking Relief Act?

• To close all banks permanently

• To increase taxes

• To stabilize the banking system

• To nationalize the banks

What was the purpose of the National Recovery Administration?

• To regulate the stock market

• To provide jobs for the unemployed

• To reduce government spending

• To help industries and agriculture recover

How did the Agricultural Adjustment Act aim to help farmers?

• By reducing taxes on farm equipment

• By providing free seeds

• By paying them not to plant

• By increasing crop prices

What was the role of the FDIC established during the New Deal?

• To provide loans to farmers

• To oversee public works projects

• To insure consumer bank deposits

• To regulate agricultural prices

What was the main purpose of the SEC established during the New Deal?

• To manage public works projects

• To oversee banking operations

• To provide social security

• To regulate the stock market

What was the original intention of Social Security when it was introduced?

• A tax reduction plan

• A healthcare system

• A temporary safety net

• A permanent retirement program

Why did some people oppose FDR's New Deal?

• They believed it was too lenient

• They thought it was unconstitutional

• They wanted more government control

• They felt it didn't do enough for the wealthy

What was one criticism regarding FDR's approach to the Supreme Court?

• He ignored the court's decisions

• He attempted to abolish the court

• He sought to add justices to favor his policies

• He wanted to reduce the number of justices

What was a concern about the government's role in the economy during the New Deal?

• It was reducing taxes too much

• It was competing with private industry

• It was not involved enough

• It was too focused on foreign trade