THE GREAT DEPRESSION 1929 1940
THE GREAT DEPRESSION
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greatly reduced the national government’s role in the economy & the lives of individuals
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greatly enhanced the national government’s role in the economy & the lives of individuals
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -In the short term, New Deal programs helped improve the lives of people suffering from the events of the depression. In the long run, New Deal programs set a precedent for the federal government to play a key role in the economic and social affairs of the nation.
Detailed explanation-2: -The New Deal created a broad range of federal government programs that sought to offer economic relief to the suffering, regulate private industry, and grow the economy.
Detailed explanation-3: -The New Deal’s greatest legacy was a shift in government philosophy. As a result of the New Deal, Americans came to believe that the federal government has a responsibility to ensure the health of the nation’s economy and the welfare of its citizens.