Bennets Solution

Question 1

What was the primary goal of Bennett’s solution during the Great Depression?

Answer 1

To stimulate the economy and provide relief to the unemployed.

Question 2

True or False: Bennett’s solution included the introduction of public works programs.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Bennett’s solution aimed to create jobs through _______.

Answer 3

infrastructure projects

Question 4

What was one of the major criticisms of Bennett’s solution?

Answer 4

It was seen as too slow and inadequate to address the severity of the crisis.

Question 5

Which Canadian Prime Minister implemented Bennett’s solution?

Answer 5

R.B. Bennett

Question 6

What economic event prompted the implementation of Bennett’s solution?

Answer 6

The Great Depression

Question 7

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a component of Bennett’s economic strategy? A) Tax cuts B) Increased tariffs C) Monetary expansion D) All of the above

Answer 7

B) Increased tariffs

Question 8

Name one type of program established under Bennett’s solution.

Answer 8

Relief camps for unemployed men

Question 9

True or False: Bennett’s solution was widely supported by all Canadians.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

What was the outcome of Bennett’s solution in terms of public opinion?

Answer 10

It led to a decline in Bennett’s popularity and the rise of opposition parties.

Question 11

What year did Bennett’s government take office?

Answer 11

1930

Question 12

Fill in the blank: Bennett’s solution included the establishment of the _______ to provide financial assistance to the unemployed.

Answer 12

Canadian National Employment Service

Question 13

Multiple Choice: Which of the following did NOT form part of Bennett’s solution? A) Public works B) Increased taxation C) Social security D) Tariff increases

Answer 13

C) Social security

Question 14

What was one effect of the implementation of Bennett’s tariffs?

Answer 14

It led to retaliatory tariffs from other countries.

Question 15

True or False: Bennett’s government was able to fully resolve the economic crisis.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What did Bennett propose to do with the banking system as part of his solution?

Answer 16

Introduce regulations to stabilize it.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: Bennett’s solution was often compared to _______ in the United States.

Answer 17

the New Deal

Question 18

What was the long-term impact of Bennett’s solution on Canadian politics?

Answer 18

It contributed to the formation of the Cooperative Commonwealth Federation (CCF).

Question 19

Which industry did Bennett’s public works projects primarily benefit?

Answer 19

Construction

Question 20

True or False: Bennett’s solution successfully reduced unemployment rates immediately.

Answer 20

False

Question 21

What was the primary focus of the relief camps established under Bennett’s solution?

Answer 21

Providing work and shelter for unemployed men.

Question 22

What did Bennett’s government use to fund public works projects?

Answer 22

Increased government borrowing.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: Bennett’s approach to the Great Depression was characterized by _______.

Answer 23

a mix of interventionist policies

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major success of Bennett’s solution? A) Economic recovery B) Job creation C) Public support D) None of the above

Answer 24

D) None of the above

Question 25

What did Bennett’s government ultimately shift towards as the Great Depression continued?

Answer 25

More radical economic reforms.

Question 26

What was the fate of R.B. Bennett in the subsequent election after implementing his solution?

Answer 26

He lost the election in 1935.