The Great Depression and Its Impact (HSC SSCE Modern History): Quizzes
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On what date did the Wall Street stock market crash trigger the Great Depression?
On what date did the Wall Street stock market crash trigger the Great Depression?
Black Friday, 29 October 1929
Between 1921 and 1927, American debt increased from US$560 million to what amount?
Between 1921 and 1927, American debt increased from US$560 million to what amount?
US$2.9 billion
What percentage of radios were purchased on credit during the 1920s?
What percentage of radios were purchased on credit during the 1920s?
70%
How much did wool prices fall per pound during the agricultural crisis?
How much did wool prices fall per pound during the agricultural crisis?
From 80 cents to 20 cents
What unemployment rate did the United States reach by 1932?
What unemployment rate did the United States reach by 1932?
22.5%
What were 'Hoovervilles' during the Great Depression?
What were 'Hoovervilles' during the Great Depression?
Shanty towns built from tin & cardboard
How many World War I veterans camped near the White House in 1932 demanding bonuses?
How many World War I veterans camped near the White House in 1932 demanding bonuses?
62,000 veterans
By what percentage did GDP increase by 1934 under the New Deal?
By what percentage did GDP increase by 1934 under the New Deal?
10.8%
What document did Eleanor Roosevelt help draft in 1946 as a UN delegate?
What document did Eleanor Roosevelt help draft in 1946 as a UN delegate?
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Which board game was designed during the 1930s Depression era?
Which board game was designed during the 1930s Depression era?
Monopoly