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Goals and Policies of the New Deal

Question 14 • AVAHS 26-27 CCPS SS US History Gr 11 (45.0810000) YL IC (Fall)

Why did President Roosevelt declare a bank holiday after taking office? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
to enable inspections of bank finances
B
to allow banks to restructure their organizations
C
to prevent depositors from taking their money
D
to increase public confidence in the banks
E
to prevent money from leaving the country

Explanation

Roosevelt temporarily closed the banks so the government could inspect their finances and determine which ones were safe to reopen. The closure also stopped depositors from rushing to withdraw their money, which helped restore public confidence in the banking system. Restructuring banks or preventing money from leaving the country was not the main purpose of the bank holiday.

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