1932 Presidential Election Flashcards
1
Q
When was the election?
A
November 1932
2
Q
How many voters did Roosevelt beat Hoover by?
A
Over 7 million
3
Q
When was Roosevelt inaugurated as president?
A
March 1933
4
Q
What were the 5 aims of the New Deal?
A
- To use the full power of the world government to end the Depression
- To get Americans back to work
- Protect savings and property
- Provide help for the sick, old and unemployed
- Get US industry and agriculture back on its feet
5
Q
Who did Roosevelt work with in the first 100 days to produce change?
A
Advisors who became known as the Brains Trust
6
Q
How many proposals did Roosevelt send to Congress in the first 100 days and how many were passed?
A
15, all were passed
7
Q
How many listened to Roosevelt’s Fireside Chats?
A
60 million
