Effects of the Great Depression Answers

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3

Why were these communities called Hoovervilles?

A
They were located near the Hoover Dam.
B
They were named after the era’s unpopular president.
4

What consequences might a family face if the adults are unable to find jobs? Check all of the boxes that apply.

A
They might lost their home.
B
They might be unable to buy food.
C
They might be forced to relocate to find work.
6

What does that tell you about the residents’ intentions?

A
They did not plan on settling there permanently.
B
They planned to use local resources to build better shelter.
C
They hoped to have money to construct something bigger in the future.
8

What evidence do you see in this photograph of the challenges of living in Hoovervilles? Check all of the boxes that apply.

A
The woman does not own a car or other vehicle.
B
The woman has no shelter.
C
The woman has no running water.
D
The woman has to complete chores like washing and cooking without having access to a kitchen.
9

This building houses a mayor’s office and a commissary, or grocery store. What does that tell you about Hooverville society?

A
People were expected to fend for themselves.
B
A Hooverville was organized like any other town in America.
C
A Hooverville lacked the services found in typical towns.

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