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What was the primary factor that ultimately brought an end to the Great Depression in the United States?
What was the primary factor that ultimately brought an end to the Great Depression in the United States?
- The implementation of the New Deal policies by President Franklin D. Roosevelt
- The surge in economic activity and job creation due to the increased demand for goods and services during World War II (correct)
- The large number of men drafted into the military, which led to women entering the workforce in unprecedented numbers
- The government's decision to pour money into the economy to fund the war effort
What was the impact of women entering the workforce in unprecedented numbers during World War II?
What was the impact of women entering the workforce in unprecedented numbers during World War II?
- It helped to stabilize the economy by providing a new source of labor for industries such as manufacturing and transportation (correct)
- It led to a decrease in the demand for goods and services, as the military no longer needed as many resources
- It led to a decline in economic growth and job creation
- It had no significant impact on the economy during the Great Depression
What role did the New Deal policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt play in ending the Great Depression?
What role did the New Deal policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt play in ending the Great Depression?
- The New Deal policies helped to stabilize the economy during the Great Depression, but were ultimately overshadowed by the economic impact of World War II (correct)
- The New Deal policies had no significant impact on the economy during the Great Depression
- The New Deal policies actually exacerbated the economic problems during the Great Depression
- The New Deal policies were the primary factor that brought an end to the Great Depression
How did the government's decision to pour money into the economy to fund the war effort during World War II contribute to the end of the Great Depression?
How did the government's decision to pour money into the economy to fund the war effort during World War II contribute to the end of the Great Depression?
What was the impact of the increased demand for goods and services during World War II on the economy?
What was the impact of the increased demand for goods and services during World War II on the economy?
How did the transition of factories from producing consumer goods to producing war materials during World War II impact the economy?
How did the transition of factories from producing consumer goods to producing war materials during World War II impact the economy?
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Study Notes
The Great Depression
- Marked by widespread unemployment, poverty, and despair
The New Deal
- Implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and his administration to stimulate economic growth
- Played a role in stabilizing the economy during the Great Depression
World War II
- Brought an end to the Great Depression
- Led to a surge in economic activity as factories increased production to meet the demands of the war
- Created a huge demand for goods and services, such as tanks, planes, food, and clothing
- Led to the creation of new jobs, particularly in industries such as manufacturing and transportation
Women's Role in the War Effort
- Entered the workforce in unprecedented numbers, taking on jobs in industries such as manufacturing and transportation
Economic Impact of the War
- Created a new global order that would pave the way for decades of economic prosperity
- Stimulated economic growth, leading to a surge in economic activity
- Led to the creation of new jobs and opportunities
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