fdr and new deal

What event did the Election of 1932 take place during?

The Great Depression.

Who won the Election of 1932?

Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) of the Democratic Party.

What was a major appeal of Franklin D. Roosevelt during his campaign?

His charisma, optimism, and communication skills.

What does the term 'Three Rs' in the context of the New Deal stand for?

Relief, Recovery, and Reform.

What major federal program was established by the Social Security Act of 1935?

Old-age pensions and unemployment insurance.

What was the goal of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA)?

To raise crop prices by paying farmers to reduce production.

What did the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) aim to provide?

Cheap electricity and development for poor rural regions.

What was the impact of the Dust Bowl in the 1930s?

Massive dust storms led to migration to California, known as 'Okies'.

What economic theory influenced the New Deal focusing on government demand stimulation?

Keynesian Economics.

What was Franklin D. Roosevelt's famous quote from his First Inaugural Address?

“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”

What significant factor influenced Franklin D. Roosevelt's leadership and empathy?

His battle with polio leading to paralysis.

What did the New Deal programs shift from and to?

From laissez-faire to government intervention.

What was one limitation of the Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA)?

It hurt tenant farmers and sharecroppers.

How did the New Deal fundamentally alter federal power?

It significantly expanded federal government power.

What kind of legislation characterized FDR's first 100 days?

Rapid legislative action establishing the foundation of the New Deal.

What was one of the main focuses in FDR’s leadership style?

Aiding the 'forgotten man' and projecting optimism.