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Which of the following best describes the core idea behind Herbert Hoover's philosophy during his presidency?
Which of the following best describes the core idea behind Herbert Hoover's philosophy during his presidency?
- Wealth redistribution is necessary to balance economic inequalities and promote social welfare.
- Individual effort and private enterprise are the most effective means to overcome economic challenges. (correct)
- Government intervention should be extensive to regulate private industries and ensure fair labor practices.
- International cooperation and free trade are crucial for economic stability and global prosperity.
What factor most directly connected the Great Migration to the flourishing of the Harlem Renaissance?
What factor most directly connected the Great Migration to the flourishing of the Harlem Renaissance?
- Decline of racial segregation and discrimination in the North.
- The concentration of African Americans in northern cities, fostering cultural exchange and artistic expression. (correct)
- Economic prosperity of African American communities during the early 20th century.
- Increased political power of African Americans in southern states.
How did risky bank lending practices contribute to the severity of the Great Depression?
How did risky bank lending practices contribute to the severity of the Great Depression?
- Banks hoarded gold reserves, limiting the money supply and slowing economic activity.
- Banks invested heavily in infrastructure projects, leading to overproduction and market saturation.
- Banks implemented strict lending policies, preventing individuals and businesses from accessing needed capital.
- Banks made numerous loans that could not be repaid, destabilizing the financial system. (correct)
Which of the following is an accurate description of buying 'stocks on credit' or 'on margin'?
Which of the following is an accurate description of buying 'stocks on credit' or 'on margin'?
What impact did the stock market crash have on the confidence of businessmen during the Great Depression?
What impact did the stock market crash have on the confidence of businessmen during the Great Depression?
Roosevelt's victory in the election of 1932 can be attributed primarily to what factor?
Roosevelt's victory in the election of 1932 can be attributed primarily to what factor?
What was the primary purpose of subsidies during the New Deal era?
What was the primary purpose of subsidies during the New Deal era?
How did the Works Progress Administration (WPA) impact the arts in the United States during the Great Depression?
How did the Works Progress Administration (WPA) impact the arts in the United States during the Great Depression?
What was the main goal of Huey Long's proposals during the Great Depression?
What was the main goal of Huey Long's proposals during the Great Depression?
Which of the following best describes the key provisions of the Social Security Act of 1935?
Which of the following best describes the key provisions of the Social Security Act of 1935?
Flashcards
Harlem Renaissance
Harlem Renaissance
A celebration of Black culture, literature, and art that took place in the 1920s and 1930s.
Harding's 'Return to Normalcy'
Harding's 'Return to Normalcy'
President Harding's policy of returning to pre-WWI norms, focusing on domestic issues and isolationism.
Hoover's Philosophy: Rugged Individualism
Hoover's Philosophy: Rugged Individualism
Hoover's belief in individual self-reliance and limited government intervention.
New Deal 'Black Cabinet'
New Deal 'Black Cabinet'
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Great Migration
Great Migration
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Banks role in the Great Depression
Banks role in the Great Depression
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Buying Stock on Credit (Margin)
Buying Stock on Credit (Margin)
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Rising Unemployment
Rising Unemployment
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Stock Market Impact on Great Depression
Stock Market Impact on Great Depression
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Election of 1932
Election of 1932
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Study Notes
- Harlem Renaissance was a celebration of black culture
- Harding wanted a return to normalcy
- Hoover's Philosophy was Rugged Individualism
- New Deal AA was represented by the Black Cabinet
- The Great Migration involved African Americans moving from the South to the North
- Banks in the Great Depression gave out unpayable loans
- Buying stock on credit involved buying on margin
- A powerful sign of the future depression was rising unemployment
- The stock market triggered the depression because businessmen lost confidence in the economy
- In the Election of 1932, Roosevelt won in a landslide
- The economy of the West during the New Deal involved subsidies, for spending money
- Programs for the Arts are WPA
- The heart of Huey Long's proposals revolved around redistribution of wealth
- The Social Security Act (1935) provided old age pension and unemployment insurance
- The accomplishment of the Tennessee Valley Authority was electricity
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