Question

A major difference between the philosophies of President Hoover and President Roosevelt in responding to the Great Depression is that Roosevelt:
a)Wanted to rely on private charities to provide assistance
b)Stressed the need for rugged individualism
c)Supported direct relief to people out of work
d)Thought the government should not be involved in economic affairs

Answer 1

Answer:

C. supported direct relief to people out of work

Explanation:

In order to deal with the Great Depression, Roosevelt created the New Deals programs. These programs were designed to provide direct help funded by the government in order to alleviate the citizens' financial burden.

Example of the type of helps provided by the New Deals:

- Created government funded jobs that reduce the amount of unemployment in the country

- Providing loans for people to obtain housing.

- Providing Food stamps/ other basic necessities