Question

What kind of films and radio programs became popular during the Great Depression?

A. Escapist themes that allowed people to forget the depression for a little while
B. Historical themes that recounted World War I
C. Realistic and gritty programs that faithfully depicted the realities of the Great Depression
D. Foreign language programs and films

Answer 1

The kind of films and radio programs that became popular during the Great Depression was escapist themes that allowed people to forget the depression for a little while. The correct option among all the options given in the question is option "b". It was a very tough time for the Americans during the time of Great Depression and so other forms of entertainment was out of question.

Answer 2

Answer: Escapist themes that allowed people to forget the depression for a little while.

Explanation: Great depression was a catastrophic economic crisis which started from USA and spread across the world. People faced famines, saw their friends and family dying of the destructive consequences of the great depression. At that time whenever people got chance to have fun and forget about their miserable situation, They used to prefer such themes which can help them get out of depression and those themes were escapist themes.