Some New Deal programs were declared unconstitutional when the Supreme Court held that they-

Infringed on powers reserved to the states

The New Deal changed American political thinking because it was based on the principle that the—

Federal government should attempt to solve social and economic problems

What is the main idea of the cartoon?

FDR used a system of trial and error to mend the economy

Which of these factors contributed most to the Dust Bowl?

Prolonged drought and poor farming practices

Many members of Congress disagreed with President Roosevelt’s proposed solution to the problem described above because-

The power of the executive branch would increase

One difference of between FDR and Hoover was that FDR was-

willing to use gov. intervention to solve economic issues

During the New Deal period, Congress blocked President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s attempt to—

Add additional Justices to the Supreme Court (court packing)

The creator of this political cartoon was expressing his concerns about —

The expansion of executive power during the Great Depression

How did the legislation affect the relationship between the U.S. government and its citizens?

It made the government more responsible for the people’s economic welfare

Which of the following was a defining characteristic of the United States during the 1930s?

An extended period of economic depression

What was Roosevelt’s goal in creating the SEC & the Federal Deposit Income Corporation (FDIC)?

Restore the public’s faith in financial institutions

Most conservatives & members of the American Liberty League believed that the New Deal was-

Threatening too much government interference

In response to the national crisis posed by the Great Depression, the U.S. government —

Took on a principal role in protecting economic stability

Which statement best explains how bank failures contributed to the Great Depression?

People lost their savings because the gov. didn't insure bank deposits

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1
The economic conditions described in this excerpt contributed to-
An increase in foreign investments in the U.S. market
The adoption of the fold market
An increase in free market activity
A global economic depression
2
Lines like the one shown to the right were partially the result of —
widespread business failures
the passage of the Selective Service Act
a sudden increase in agricultural exports
growing demand for payment of military pensions
3
Some New Deal programs were declared unconstitutional when the Supreme Court held that they-
Infringed on powers reserved to the states
Required U.S. cooperation with foreign nations
Granted privileges to religious organizations
Prevented equal access to the judicial system
4
This excerpt describes the 1930s repatriation effort. Why did the federal government implement repatriation?
To fulfill the terms of a global peace treaty
To prevent communist influence on labor unions
To reduce competition for jobs
To protect national security
5
The New Deal changed American political thinking because it was based on the principle that the—
Economy will fix itself if left alone
States should take a leadership position in solving social issues
Federal government should attempt to solve social and economic problems
Political parties must work together to deal with national problems
6
Which speaker expresses the main argument against FDR’s plan to increase the number of Supreme Court Justices?
Speaker 3
Speaker 4
Speaker 1
Speaker 2
7
What is the main idea of the cartoon?
FDR always followed the recommendations of the Congress
FDR & Congress constantly fought over New Deal programs
FDR & Congress could not cope with the Great Depression
FDR used a system of trial and error to mend the economy
8
Who is described in the obituary?
Jacqueline Kennedy
Claudia “Lady Bird” Johnson
Eleanor Roosevelt
Mamie Eisenhower
9
Which constitutional amendment did the Supreme Court use as a basis of this ruling?
Twenty-Sixth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
First Amendment
10
Which of these factors contributed most to the Dust Bowl?
Flash flooding and intense deforestation
Severe heat and rapid suburban development
High winds and railroad construction
Prolonged drought and poor farming practices
11
Which New Deal agency was created to specifically serve this population?
Social Security Administration
Federal Housing Administration
Securities and Exchange Commission
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
12
Many members of Congress disagreed with President Roosevelt’s proposed solution to the problem described above because-
Supreme Court justices were subject to term limits
The time required for judicial proceedings would increase
The power of the executive branch would increase
The Constitution required hearings to confirm judicial appointments
13
One difference of between FDR and Hoover was that FDR was-
willing to use gov. intervention to solve economic issues
Unwilling to allow gov. agencies to establish job programs
Able to ignore economic issues for most of his terms
Unable to win congressional support for his economic program
14
During the New Deal period, Congress blocked President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s attempt to—
Add additional Justices to the Supreme Court (court packing)
Regulate the banking industry
Pay farmers not to produce crops
Decrease Federal spending
15
The creator of this political cartoon was expressing his concerns about —
the Senate confirmation hearings of a Supreme Court nominee
The expansion of executive power during the Great Depression
the U.S. declaration of war on Japan after Pearl Harbor
Involvement of U.S. gov. officials in the Iran-Contra affair
16
How did the legislation affect the relationship between the U.S. government and its citizens?
It made the government more responsible for the people’s economic welfare
It made most people distrust the power of the government
It allowed the government to tax investment income
It allowed people to have more direct input in government decisions
17
Which of the following was a defining characteristic of the United States during the 1930s?
An extended period of economic depression
The formation of a national Civil Rights movement
The adoption of an interventionist foreign policy
A sharp increase in the power given to state governments
18
Which action completes this cause-and-effect diagram?
Companies lay off employees
Labor unions demand higher wages
Elected leaders lower tariff rates
Banks lower interest rates
19
What was Roosevelt’s goal in creating the SEC & the Federal Deposit Income Corporation (FDIC)?
Provide jobs for the unemployed
Increase the government's tax revenue
Stimulate economic growth
Restore the public’s faith in financial institutions
20
Most conservatives & members of the American Liberty League believed that the New Deal was-
Failing to enact needed social welfare reforms
Threatening too much government interference
Threatening national security
Ignoring problems faced by rural Americans
21
In response to the national crisis posed by the Great Depression, the U.S. government —
Abandoned deficit spending as a cure for economic downturns
Dismantled financial regulatory agencies
Took on a principal role in protecting economic stability
Decreased the number of federal entitlement programs
22
What problems did the Civilian Conservation Corps & Public Works Administration address?
High unemployment
Limited income of senior citizens
Excessive stock market speculation
Increased use of credit
23
Which of the following best completes the graphic organizer?
Buying stocks on margin
Low worker productivity
Decrease in military spending
Increase in consumer spending
24
Which statement best explains how bank failures contributed to the Great Depression?
The interest rates on bank loans were too high
Foreign investors did not invest enough in U.S. banks
People lost their savings because the gov. didn't insure bank deposits
Business couldn't be done when FDR declared a bank holiday
25
Which was an effect of the Great Depression?
Large business investments
Low unemployment
High unemployment
Too much money in circulation

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