The Great Depression

The Great Depression

Grade 8 · Social Studies · 45 min· Ssush18 Evaluate Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal As A Response To The Great Depression And Compare How Governmental Programs Aided Those In Need. describe Roosevelt’s Attempts At Relief, Recovery, And Reform Reflected In Various New Deal Programs. explain The Passage Of The Social Security Act As A Part Of The Second New Deal. analyze Political Challenges To Roosevelt’s Leadership And New Deal Programs. examine How Eleanor Roosevelt Changed The Role Of The First Lady Including Development Of New Deal Programs To Aid Those In Need.

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Learning Objective

I can analyze how the New Deal tried to provide relief, recovery, and reform during the Great Depression and discuss some criticisms of these programs.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

The Great Depression - 5 Minute History Lesson

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

According to the video, what was the purpose of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) introduced during Franklin D. Roosevelt's time in office? According to the video, what was the purpose of the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) introduced during Franklin D. Roosevelt's time in office?

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