Question

Based on the interview with E.Y. (Yip) Harburg, how does Harburg's experience during the Great Depression differ

from the experiences of most Americans?

Losing all of his possessions gave him the freedom to travel and see all regions of the country.

He decided to leave the country and find a garret apartment in Paris where he could write.

While many other businesses collapsed, Harburg's business continued to prosper.

By being able to develop his creative talents, he profited from the Depression while many other suffered.

Answer 1

By being able to develop his creative talents, he profited from the Depression while many others suffered.

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

D. By being able to develop his creative talents, he profited from the Depression while many others suffered

Step-by-step explanation:

E.Y. (Yip) Harburg mentioned that when the Great Depression happened he lost his possessions but found his creativity. At that time he felt like he was being born anew and he got on the path of sharpening his creativity. He realized that business was a great fantasy and that a better way to live life was versifying and living off our imagination.

Developing his creative talents helped him recover financially while others who could not diversify remained stagnant.