Question

Which of the following identifies the central idea of the article “An Overview of the Great Depression”?

Question 1 options:


The Great Depression was a very difficult time for America.


The Great Depression could have easily been avoided if Americans had been more informed on how the stock market and banks operated.


The Great Depression could not have been prevented, as the previous decades had experienced nothing but growth.


The Great Depression was a horrible economic time for America, but the government’s violation of citizens’ rights while helping the economy recover was much worse.

Answer 1

The Great Depression could have easily been avoided if Americans had been more informed on how the stock market and banks operated.

Answer 2

Answer; The Great Depression was a horrible economic time for America, but the government’s violation of citizens’ rights while helping the economy recover was much worse.