Impact of COVID-19 Lockdowns on Businesses

What was one of the main effects of the COVID-19 lockdowns on the middle class in the U.S.?

• It led to a decrease in online shopping.

• It had no significant impact on the middle class.

• It encouraged the growth of small businesses.

• It resulted in the destruction of the middle class.

During the lockdowns, which type of businesses were allowed to remain open?

• Small local restaurants

• Large chain stores like Walmart and Target

• Independent bookstores

• Local shoe repair shops

How did the lockdowns affect interpersonal relationships in small communities?

• They improved them by increasing online interactions.

• They weakened them by closing small businesses.

• They had no effect on interpersonal relationships.

• They strengthened them by encouraging more local shopping.

Why were large corporations favored during the lockdowns?

• Because they were more efficient and wealthy

• Because they were new to the market

• Because they had fewer employees

• Because they were more innovative

What was a consequence of the favoritism towards large corporations during the lockdowns?

• There was a decrease in political influence

• The middle class became wealthier

• Large corporations became more powerful and dangerous

• Small businesses gained more power