Another reason for the Great Depression was international trade declined. This was largely the result of the - A. International Commerce Act of 1928 B. Knights of Labor strike C. S... Another reason for the Great Depression was international trade declined. This was largely the result of the - A. International Commerce Act of 1928 B. Knights of Labor strike C. Smoot-Hawley Tariff D. Tariff of Abominations
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The question is asking about the cause of the decline in international trade during the Great Depression and specifically which act or event was responsible for it. The user is expected to identify the correct answer from the provided options.
Answer
Smoot-Hawley Tariff
The final answer is Smoot-Hawley Tariff.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is Smoot-Hawley Tariff.
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The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 significantly raised U.S. import taxes, leading to retaliation by many trade partners and a notable decrease in global trade, exacerbating the effects of the Great Depression.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the Smoot-Hawley Tariff with other tariffs or economic policies from different periods, such as the Tariff of Abominations which was in 1828.
Sources
- Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act | History, Effects, & Facts | Britannica - britannica.com
- The Great Depression Lesson About 'Trade Wars' | HISTORY - history.com
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