(The human impact of the Depression) The extent of relief

Question 1

Give evidence to suggest the government was reluctant to provide relief.

Answer 1

Before 1932, no state had any form of unemployment insurance, and only 11 had any form of limited pension.

Question 2

Who gave out poor relief?

Give evidence.

Answer 2

Charities.

An outlay of $220,000 was given in total.

Question 3

What impact did the Depression have on charities and state incomes?

Answer 3

Decline in revenue.

Question 4

What happened to Michigan’s relief funds?

Answer 4

Reduced from $2 million in 1931 to $832,000 in 1932.

Question 5

In Chicago, how much relief were children and adults given per week?

Answer 5

Adults = $2.40
Children = $1.50

Question 6

What was considered the greatest tragedy of the Depression?

Answer 6

People were going hungry in one of the richest food-producing countries.