Question

New Deal housing policy: a. was similar to the housing policy established during Hoover’s presidency. b. was a remarkable departure from the housing policies of previous administrations. c. created a program of free housing for all. d. was limited in scope because of a lack of funding. e. addressed only the needs of home owners, not those of renters.

Answer 1

Answer: Option (b) is correct.

Explanation:

The National Housing Act (1934) also known as the Better Housing Program and the Capehart Act was enacted on June 27, 1934. It was vital part of New Deal housing policy which was passed during Great Depression so as to make home mortgages and housing much more affordable.  New Deal was a series of policy, projects and programs which were instituted at time of the Great Depression by Franklin D. Roosevelt who was the president of US at that time.