Question

Match the US president to the correct description.

Warren Harding


Herbert Hoover


Calvin Coolidge

1.
Promised the nation a return to "normalcy", in the form of a strong economy, independent of foreign influence. Passed away during presidency.

2.
Most American thought he was a splendid president. He didn't say or do much, didn't think the government should have such an active role in peoples' lives. His son passed away while in office causing his work to suffer.

3.
Promised " A chicken in every pot, and a car in every garage." He did not fulfill that promise as the depression began during his presidency and he didn't believe the government should help the American people directly.

Answer 1

1 - Harding, who died in Office

2 - Coolidge, sometimes called silent Cal for his quiet demeanor

3 - Hoover, took office in 1929 and the depression started a few months later