AP History 1930s: Causes of the Great Depression

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Match the following Canadian political figures with their respective years in office:

Bennett = 1930-1935 William Lyon Mackenzie King = 1921-1948 Bible Bill Aberhart = 1935-1943 JS Woodsworth = 1921-1942

Match the following strategies with their associated political figures during the Depression:

Bennett = National Employment Commission Mackenzie King = Relief Camps Aberhart = Social Credit Woodsworth = Co-operative Commonwealth Federation

Match the political beliefs with the correct figure:

Bennett = Conservative Mackenzie King = Liberal Aberhart = Populism Woodsworth = Socialism

Match the following Canadian history themes with their descriptions:

On to Ottawa Trek = Protest against unemployment relief policies Enemies Within = Internal dissent during WW2 The Grip Tightens = Increased government control during the Depression A League of Their Own = Women and their roles during wartime Signup and view all the answers

Match the following outcomes with their corresponding events during the Depression:

Mobilizing the economy = Cured the Depression Defense jobs = Provided well-paying work Joined the armed forces = Contributed to war efforts Taxation policy = Prevented wealth concentration Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Canadian political parties with their descriptions:

Co-operative Commonwealth Federation = Social democratic party Social Credit = Economic reform party Liberal Party = Center-left political party Conservative Party = Center-right political party Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their definitions:

Social Gospel = Moral and social reform movement Relief Camps = Temporary work for the unemployed Social Democracy = Political ideology promoting social justice Economic Recovery = Restoration of economic stability Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical figures with their contributions during the Depression:

Mackenzie King = Implemented relief programs Bennett = Introduced the New Deal Aberhart = Established Social Credit policies Woodsworth = Promoted social welfare initiatives Signup and view all the answers

Match the following causes of the Great Depression with their descriptions:

Overproduction and over expansion = Manufacturing more goods than could be sold High tariffs choked international trade = Taxes that limited the trade of goods between countries Too much credit buying = Purchasing items with borrowed money, leading to debt Canada's dependence on a few primary products = Reliance on specific commodities for economic stability Signup and view all the answers

Match the following effects of the Great Depression with their outcomes:

Bennett buggies = Cars pulled by horses due to fuel costs Bennett blankets = Newspapers used for warmth during cold nights Bennett boroughs = Villages made of shacks outside urban areas Bennett coffee = A substitute made from wheat or barley Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of the economic cycles with their characteristics:

Boom Cycle = A period of economic prosperity and growth Bust Cycle = A period of economic decline and depression Mass production = Advancements in manufacturing that lowered costs Economic prosperity = Increased consumer incomes after World War I Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to the Stock Market Crash of October 1929 with their implications:

Over-speculation = Investing heavily in stocks based on speculation Market collapse = A sudden drop in stock prices leading to panic Panic selling = Selling stocks in a rush due to fear of losses Economic downturn = A decline in economic activity following the crash Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions during the 1930s in Canada:

Relief camps = Sites set up for unemployed individuals to receive aid On to Ottawa = A protest movement by relief camp workers Bennett combat = Government efforts to address economic issues Dirty jobs = Low-paying work available during the depression Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of Canada’s economy during the Great Depression with their consequences:

Dependence on the US = Vulnerability to American economic fluctuations Overproduction = Surplus goods that could not be sold High tariffs = Deterioration of international trade relations Credit buying on stocks = Increased financial risk and speculation Signup and view all the answers

Match the following leaders with their roles during the Great Depression:

R.B. Bennett = Prime Minister during the early years of the Great Depression W.L. Mackenzie King = Opposed Bennett's policies and led later recovery efforts Franklin D. Roosevelt = Introduced the New Deal in the United States John A. Macdonald = Historical figure with previous impact unrelated to the Depression Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of unemployment with their definitions:

Cyclical unemployment = Job loss due to economic downturns Structural unemployment = Job loss due to industry changes Frictional unemployment = Temporary unemployment during job transition Seasonal unemployment = Job loss linked to seasonal work limitations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

1930s AP History Study Guide - Background: Causes of the Great Depression

Overproduction and Overexpansion:
- Agriculture and industry reached high levels of production in the 1920s.
- Industries expanded, leading to excess production.
- Large amounts of profits were invested in more factories.
- Huge supplies of goods were produced but not sold.
- Factories slowed production due to unsold goods.
- Workers were laid off, decreasing consumer spending.
Canada's Dependence on Primary Products:
- Canada's economy heavily relied on a few primary products (staples).
- Staples included wheat, fish, minerals, pulp and paper, and oil.
- Canada's prosperity depended on strong world demand for these products.
- A surplus of these goods on the world market or reduced foreign demand hurt Canada.
- Regions reliant on a single product were vulnerable to economic downturns.
- The global depression decreased demand for Canadian products.
Canada's Dependence on the US:
- Canada heavily relied on the US for imports (65%) and exports (40%).
- US economic health was crucial for Canada's economy.
- The US economic downturn caused banks to close, industries to collapse, and widespread job losses.
- Reduced demand for Canadian products.
High Tariffs Choked International Trade:
- European nations were recovering from war and needed surplus manufactured goods.
- Many countries imposed protective tariffs on foreign goods.
- This hindered international trade, reducing exports and imports.
- Reduced demand for many goods.
Too Much Credit Buying:
- Credit buying was common in the 1920s.
- Buying goods (like cars, appliances) with a down payment and monthly installments.
- Many people went into debt.
- High interest payments exceeded the value of the goods.
- When people lost jobs or fell behind on payments, creditors repossessed belongings like cars and homes.
- A significant economic problem with risky behaviors.

1930s AP History Study Guide - Additional Topics

October 1929 Stock Market Crash:
- Triggered the Great Depression and economic crisis.
- Stock prices plummeted rapidly in October 1929.
Economic Prosperity, 1920s:
- Post-World War I economic growth and increased consumer incomes fueled consumer spending.
- Increased consumer spending supported mass production in industries.
Depression Era Figures:
- Descriptions and details about prominent historical figures are available for further study.
Other Topics:
Canadian Economic Status:
- General overview of Canada during the era of the Great Depression is available.
Famous Canadian Events/Figures:
- Details about significant Canadian events or people are available for further study.

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Explore the key factors that led to the Great Depression in the 1930s. This quiz covers topics such as overproduction, overexpansion in agriculture and industry, and Canada's reliance on primary products. Test your understanding of how these elements contributed to the economic downturn.