Franklin D. Roosevelt's Second New Deal (1935-1937)

What significant legislation was passed during Franklin D. Roosevelt's second New Deal?

What was the primary purpose of Roosevelt's court-packing plan in 1937?

What consequence did Roosevelt face after the economy collapsed into a recession in 1937?

Which act did Justice Owen J. Roberts help uphold during the second New Deal?

What was one result of Roosevelt's second New Deal compared to the first?

Franklin D. Roosevelt's Second New Deal (1935-1937)

Marked a shift from aggressive liberal policies of the first New Deal.
Aimed to broaden federal power in response to the Great Depression but displayed a more cautious approach.

Key Legislation

Social Security Act: Established a social insurance system to provide benefits to the elderly, disabled, and unemployed.
National Labor Relations Act: Guaranteed the right of workers to organize and engage in collective bargaining.

Court-Packing Plan

Proposed in 1937 to add a new Supreme Court justice for every sitting justice aged 70 or older.
Faced significant public backlash leading to its rejection.
Justice Owen J. Roberts ultimately supported the constitutionality of second New Deal legislation, influencing court decisions.

Economic Challenges

The economy entered a recession in 1937, halting Roosevelt’s earlier successes.
Stagnation persisted throughout the latter part of the decade, limiting the effectiveness of both New Deals.

Conclusion on the Great Depression

Although the First and Second New Deal measures alleviated some suffering, the Great Depression did not fully conclude until the onset of World War II.

This quiz explores Franklin D. Roosevelt's Second New Deal, highlighting key legislation such as the Social Security Act and the National Labor Relations Act. It also covers the controversial Court-Packing Plan and the economic challenges faced during this period. Test your knowledge of this pivotal era in U.S. history.