USA HISTORY

THE GREAT DEPRESSION 1929 1940

FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELTS NEW DEAL

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Eleanor Roosevelt traveled around the world because she ____
A
wanted to understand people and their problems
B
wanted to become a powerful leader of many nations
C
enjoyed attending fancy parties with other wealthy people
D
was an explorer who always wanted to be first to see something new
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -She advocated for expanded roles for women in the workplace, the civil rights of African Americans and Asian Americans, and the rights of World War II refugees. Following her husband’s death in 1945, Roosevelt remained active in politics for the remaining 17 years of her life.

Detailed explanation-2: -Franklin’s betrayal, along with volunteer experiences during World War I, motivated Eleanor to re-prioritize her life. She found time to return to her personal passions. She developed a close circle of friends and advisors equally interested in social reform.

Detailed explanation-3: -As the chair of the United Nations Human Rights Commission, Eleanor Roosevelt was the driving force in creating the 1948 charter of liberties which will always be her legacy: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Detailed explanation-4: -Eleanor Roosevelt’s leading role as Chairperson of the drafting committee of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been well documented.

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