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What is the main purpose of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)?

To oversee the Works Progress Administration (WPA)

To conduct oral histories of locals and former slaves

To provide aid to the elderly

To protect investors by enforcing securities laws (correct)

Which New Deal program was focused on creating employment through public works projects?

FDR and Court Packing

Works Progress Administration (WPA) (correct)

Alcohol taxing initiative

Social Security Act

What was the outcome of FDR's Court Packing plan?

It resulted in increased unemployment insurance benefits

It was denied as it was seen as a threat to democracy (correct)

It led to the creation of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

It was accepted and implemented

Why is the Social Security Act considered important?

It provided aid to destitute elderly and introduced retirement plans Signup and view all the answers

Which New Deal program aimed to protect investors?

FDR and Court Packing Signup and view all the answers

What primarily distinguishes Social Security from welfare programs?

Social Security provides more insurance than welfare due to its link to employment Signup and view all the answers

Which New Deal program aimed at directly employing artists and writers?

Works Progress Administration (WPA) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect did the Supreme Court challenge during Roosevelt's administration?

The constitutionality of certain legislations like AAA or NRA Signup and view all the answers

What function did the Works Progress Administration (WPA) serve during the New Deal era?

To hire individuals for public works projects Signup and view all the answers

Why was FDR's Court Packing plan rejected?

It was considered a threat to democracy and a path toward dictatorship Signup and view all the answers