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Question 19 • TX-US History Studies Since 1877 A - Scott 26/27

Which best describes the“brain trust” Franklin Roosevelt promised to make part of his administration?

Answer

a group of America’s most successful businessmen, who would fix the economy

a group of Hoover’s economic advisers, who would undo previous damage to the economy

a group of smart advisers, who would assist Roosevelt in guiding the nation forward

a group of military veterans, who would assist Roosevelt in putting Americans back to work

Explanation

Roosevelt’s “brain trust” referred to a group of knowledgeable advisers who helped him develop policies and guide the country, especially during the Great Depression. It was not specifically a group of businessmen, Hoover’s advisers, or military veterans. Therefore, the best answer is “a group of smart advisers, who would assist Roosevelt in guiding the nation forward.”

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