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2. The Great Depression began after
the Stock market crash of the late
1920’s, while Herbert Hoover was
President.
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3. In addition to the market crash, a combination of over
farming and a large drought caused the Dust Bowl,
witch dismantled American Agriculture.
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4. The Great Depression destroyed many businesses that were once
prosperous parts of the communities. This restaurant that had
served a large group of customers was now abandoned.
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5. Banks were some of the first businesses to close
due to lack of trading on the crashed market.
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6. Families had to wait for their food to be handed to
them in bread lines. Though this helped starving
workers, they still struggled to survive. 6

7. During the Depression, many
people packed their bags and sought
work in different areas of the
country. 7

8. With incredibly low wages or unemployment
families had no money to maintain their property.
People often began to live in Shantytowns called
Hoovervilles. 8

9. Even our capital city suffered from the Depression. Slums
developed nationwide, and Poverty struck even the most
prosperous environments. Both Herbert Hoover and FDR
served as president during the depression. 9

10. If someone became ill during these hard times
there was no money to pay for Doctor bills, so
families had to hope for the best.
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11. The entertainment industry was the only prosperous
business during the depression. Picture shows were the
only form of relief during the depression. People would
go to the movies to see happier times.
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12. Railroads suffered with the rest of the country. They were
the main form of transportation for people and goods, but
with no passengers and no freight, Railroads suffered a
decline. 12