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6.3-6.6: The Great Depression & New Deal
6.3-6.6: The Great Depression & New Deal
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President Roosevelt invited many African American leaders to advise him. These unofficial advisers became known as his..
New Deal Coalition
Brain Trust
All of the above
Black Cabinet
2
The 'Securities & Exchange Commission' was set up to monitor the stock market & ensure that no fraud was taking place.
False
True
3
The__ employed thousands of young men in camps across the US improving public lands by planting trees/ clearing trails.
Works Progress Administration
Tennessee Valley Authority
Civilian Conservation Corps
Public Works Administration
4
The Supreme Court considered the 'National Recovery Act' unconstitutional because...
the act violated anti-trust laws allowing few corps to dominate us economy.
the act violated 2nd Amendment by putting restrictions on gun regulations.
they ruled that the President doesn't have the power to set a min. wage.
the President doesn't have the power to regulate interstate commerce.
5
...was a member of President Roosevelt's Black Cabinet. She noted that blacks gained unprecedented access to politics.
Mary McLeod Bethune
Ida B Wells
Dorthea Lange
Frances Perkins
6
Which of the following New Deal agencies provided job training for unemployed young ppl & part time jobs for students?
National Youth Administration
Social Security Administration
Young Men's Christian Association
Boy Scouts of America
7
The Agricultural Adjustment Act paid farmers not to grow crops so that prices would rise back up to normal levels.
False
True
8
How many judges are on the Supreme Court and how long do they serve for?
5- 10 years
9- for life
15- for life
7- 20 years
9
..was the author of 'The Grapes of Wrath,' which became a popular read during the 30's bc ppl could relate to its theme.
John Steinbeck
Langston Hughes
Frank Capra
Earnest Hemingway
10
Which of these New Deal agencies provided jobs to young men to build schools, hospitals, highways, & other works?
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Civilian Conservation Corps
Tennessee Valley Authority
Works Progress Administration
11
The purpose of the 'Congress of Industrial Organizations' was to organize workers who were excluded from other unions.
True
False
12
Which of the following New Deal agencies inspected banks & provided deposit insurance up to $5,000 on accounts?
Social Security Administration
Security & Exchange Commission
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
None of the above
13
Workers were given the right to collective bargaining during the 2nd New Deal- employers had to negotiate w/ unions.
False
True
14
Frank Capra directed American films during the depression that reflected struggles and hopes of Americans during the dep
True
False
15
Why did many Americans criticize Roosevelt for attempting to add new Justices to the Supreme Court?
They feared that new Justices would overturn New Deal programs.
They argued that the existing Justices were young & highly capable.
They accused him of trying to expand the executive branch's power.
They argued that the Constitution specified a specific number of Justices.
16
Which factor contributed to the rise of a welfare state in the US?
Roosevelt made sure no one was left out of New Deal reforms
State governments assumed fed. responsibilities & strengthened US business
Americans received direct benefits from fed. govt. during the depression
New Deal established a safety net of private charities for needy Americans
17
The 'Works Progress Administration' loaned $ at a low interest to homeowners who couldn't meet their mortgage payments.
False
True
18
One of the most important pieces of New Deal labor legislation, the Wagner Act...
recognized right for employees to join labor unions & bargain collectively
established a minimum wage & max workweek of 44 hours.
gave workers the right to hold sit-down strikes without fear of being fired
allowed states to choose yes/no for workers to join labor unions.
19
According to John Maynard Keynes, what was the main cause of the Great Depression?
lack of government influence in the economy
technological innovations
problems in the global economy
too much government interference in the economy
20
Why did mass entertainment become such a big business during the 1930s?
Owners of movie studios invested in their business, not stock market
High quality movies & radio shows made 30's a golden age of entertainment
Govt played an active role in the entertainment business, funding filmakers
Americans sought to escape their worries through movies & radio
21
The ______ was a political force formed by diverse groups who united to support FDR and his New Deal.
New Dealers
Democrats
New Deal Coalition
Black Cabinet
22
Much of the literature during the Great Depression...
focused on the horrors of WWI.
discussed issues the average American could relate to.
explored moral and religious themes.
None of the above
23
Murals commissioned during the New Deal still exist in & on public buildings today. Which program paid for these murals?
Civil Conservation Corps
Social Security Administration
Tennessee Valley Authority
Federal Art Project
24
What were the effects of New Deal legislation on the role of the federal government?
The fed. government was less involved with citizens' daily lives.
There were tighter restrictions on state & local governments.
The fed. government became less involved with national revenue policies.
The government gained more power & greater role in lives of individuals.
25
What did John Maynard Keynes's theory of pump priming argue?
Deficit spending would stimulate the economy and end the depression.
New Supreme Court Justices would improve judicial impartiality.
Public- works projects would harm the economy by generating debt.
Funding for social security would fact long-term sustainability problems.
26
Serving 4 terms- Roosevelt's presidency- prompted Congress to pass the 20th Amendment- to ensure no abuse of power.
True
False
27
The ____ provided jobs building dams & improving existing ones so that electricity could be brought to the Deep South.
Public Works Administration
Tennessee Valley Authority
Works Progress Administration
Civilian Conservation Corps
28
Frances Perkins, the first woman to be appointed to a presidential Cabinet position, played a large role in...
a reduction in gender discrimination.
a reduction in racial discrimination.
Social Security.
increased home ownership.
29
How did voting patterns change during the 1930s?
Many northern workers began to vote Republican in opposition to New Deal.
Many African Americans began to vote Democrat in support of FDR & Eleanor.
Many conservative business owners began to vote Democrat in support of ND.
Many poor farmers began to vote Republican in opposition to FDR & Eleanor.
30
Why did Roosevelt decide not to pursue his 'court packing' plan?
The existing Supreme Court began to favor his legislation.
Widespread criticism threatened to destroy his presidency.
He was unable to find suitable individuals to fill the new positions.
The impending outbreak of WWII distracted his attention.
31
The auto workers who participated in the '36-'37 strike at General Motors, were concerned with...
guarantee them a full work week.
raise their wages.
allow collective bargaining.
recognize their union.
32
Which of the following New Deal agencies was created to give insurance for the elderly & people with disabilities?
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Works Progress Administration
Securities & Exchange Commission
Social Security Administration
33
In what ways did prominent women make important social & political contributions during the New Deal?
Frances Perkins introduced social reform
They ended gender discrimination when it came to Social Security.
Eleanor Roosevelt transformed the role of first lady
Both red and blue
34
The ______ was formed during the New Deal, giving Indians economic assistance & greater control over their own affairs.
Indian Investment Act
New Deal Coalition
Indian New Deal
Bureau of Indian Affairs
