Our Century: Stormy Weather (1929-1936)

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Our Century: Stormy Weather (1929-1936)

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Our Century: Stormy Weather (1929-1936)

DIRECTIONS: FILL IN THE BLANKS, ANSWER QUESTIONS, OR ANSWER ANY TRUE/FALSE

1. What were thousands of vets called that asked for the war bonus?

2. Many Americans were desperate & American system of government was in danger. T/F

3. What signaled the beginning of the Depression?

4. The depression affected everyone! T/F

5. People rushed to banks, but many had failed/closed. T/F

6. Many were forced to sell their homes, furniture – everything! T/F

7. Most people blamed the government. T/F

8. Aid by the government was not available. T/F

9. What were 3 escapes for people during the Depression?

10. What was the new type of jazz called?

11. What environmental disaster affected the farms on the plains?

12. Many fled to the plain to the Promise Land of “______.”

13. There was fear of Revolution, strikes, and protest. T/F

14. Hoover did nothing to help with the Depression and some Americans left for Russia. T/F

15. The Depression affected Germany and other countries in Europe as well. T/F

16. Who offered hope to the German people?

17. In 1932, Hoover became associated with failure. [Type text] [Type text] [Type text] a. Shanty towns became known as b. Old newspapers became known as c. Empty pockets became known as

18. Who won the Presidency in 1932 & promised a “New Deal”?

19. By 1933 ______million were unemployed or ______% of the work force.

20. FDR said, “The only thing we have to fear is ______itself.”

21. Name 3 things FDR did in his first 100 days as President to help the people. a. b. c.

22. Labor was given the right to unionize. T/F

23. Who became a political threat to FDR by redistributing the wealth of America and promised a house, car, & radio to all Americans?

24. Name 2 programs of FDR’s 2nd One Hundred Days (2nd New Deal).

a. b.

25. Many felt FDR was a godsend & he saved our democracy. T/F

26. By 1937, the Depression had ended. T/F

27. In Germany, Hitler had ended the Depression. T/F

28. How did Hitler do this?

29. What other promise did Hitler make to the German people?

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