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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In his attempt to adapt the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to the New Deal, Roosevelt puts a Texas banker in charge. What is that man's name?
2. Which of the following railroads does "The Politics of Hard Times" mention as a common ride for homeless Americans in search of work?
3. In "The Politics of Hard Times," which of the following individuals says that Roosevelt is "a pleasant man who, without any important qualifications for the office, would very much like to be President"?
4. "The Politics of Hard Times" reports that as the party in power, which political party faced almost certain defeat in the 1932 election?
5. After the 1932 election, Roosevelt's Brain Trust argues that the market theories of which major economist have vanished forever?
Short Essay Questions
1. What were the major provisions of the Glass-Steagall Act of 1933, as discussed in "The Hundred Days' War"?
2. Explain the financial chaos Roosevelt found himself faced with when he first took office in March, 1933.
3. In "The Second Hundred Days," why are the New Dealers worried about the Supreme Court?
4. Describe the nation's reaction to the repeal of the 18th Amendment--with the 21st Amendment--in March of 1933.
5. Describe the relationship between Roosevelt and Reverend Coughlin and how it changes from 1932-1934.
6. Describe the nation's reaction to Roosevelt's first Fireside Chat on March 12, 1933.
7. What was the "death sentence" in the holding company bill that was supposed to go into effect on January 1, 1940 but which was ultimately defeated?
8. Explain how Roosevelt was finally able to collect enough delegates to make him the Democratic nominee for President in 1932.
9. What were the accomplishments of the Public Works Administration from 1933-1939?
10. In "The Politics of Hard Times," why was the Republican party sure to lose the 1932 election?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Compare and contrast the Works Progress Administration (WPA) with the Public Works Administration (PWA). Be sure to include supporting information from the text and outside research if necessary.
Essay Topic 2
Compare and contrast Roosevelt's thoughts on American isolation with those of Congress during the 1930s. Include supporting information from the text.
Essay Topic 3
Cite and discuss three ways in which Roosevelt re-created the modern Presidency. Be sure to explain why your choices are important and to include supporting information from the text and outside research if necessary.
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