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A historian is researching the causes of the Great Depression. Which of the following figures would be MOST relevant to their research?
A historian is researching the causes of the Great Depression. Which of the following figures would be MOST relevant to their research?
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt, because of his role in the Civil Rights Movement.
- Herbert Hoover, for his military leadership during World War II.
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt, owing to his foreign policy during the Vietnam War.
- Herbert Hoover, due to his presidency during the onset of the Depression. (correct)
During the Great Depression, which presidential action BEST exemplifies a shift from laissez-faire economics to greater government intervention?
During the Great Depression, which presidential action BEST exemplifies a shift from laissez-faire economics to greater government intervention?
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s gold standard adherence to stabilize currency.
- Herbert Hoover's establishment of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation.
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt's signing of the Social Security Act. (correct)
- Herbert Hoover’s tax cuts to stimulate business investment.
Which of the following BEST describes a key difference in the approaches of Herbert Hoover and Franklin D. Roosevelt in addressing the Great Depression?
Which of the following BEST describes a key difference in the approaches of Herbert Hoover and Franklin D. Roosevelt in addressing the Great Depression?
- Hoover favored direct federal relief to individuals, while Roosevelt emphasized local and state initiatives.
- Hoover promoted agricultural subsidies, while Roosevelt sought to dismantle them.
- Hoover implemented large-scale public works projects, while Roosevelt focused on balancing the federal budget.
- Hoover supported limited government intervention, while Roosevelt advocated for extensive government programs. (correct)
How did Franklin Delano Roosevelt's approach to the Great Depression MOST significantly change the relationship between the US government and its citizens?
How did Franklin Delano Roosevelt's approach to the Great Depression MOST significantly change the relationship between the US government and its citizens?
Which action taken by Herbert Hoover was MOST indicative of his administration's approach to combating the early years of the Great Depression?
Which action taken by Herbert Hoover was MOST indicative of his administration's approach to combating the early years of the Great Depression?
Flashcards
Who was Herbert Hoover?
Who was Herbert Hoover?
31st U.S. President during the Great Depression, emphasizing voluntary action and limited government intervention.
Who was Franklin Delano Roosevelt?
Who was Franklin Delano Roosevelt?
32nd U.S. President who implemented the New Deal programs to combat the Great Depression.
