What themes for government action emerged during FDR’s first hundred days as president?
the business of America is business; the government should not intervene
less emphasis on a market economy; a move to a command economy
relief to individuals, economic recovery, reforms to avoid future economic disaster
heavy regulation of the banking industry; a laissez-faire approach to other businesses
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Question 3
Why did Roosevelt move so quickly at the beginning of his first term to propose legislation to establish new agencies and programs?
He wanted a strong record in order to be reelected.
He wanted people to forget Herbert Hoover as quickly as possible.
He hoped to motivate businesses to support his campaign.
He believed the government had a moral obligation to help families survive.
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Question 4
Use the Word Bank to match each piece of legislation from the first hundred days with its intended goal. Answer the question by entering the correct letter in the blank space provided.Which act reopened banks and led to creation of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)?