The First New Deal pages 248-254 Essential Questions Can government fix the economy? Is government responsible for the economic and well-being of its citizens?

Terms Polio – abbreviated term for poliomyelitis, an acute infectious disease affecting the skeletal muscles, often resulting in permanent disability and deformity Apparent – appearing to be act as far as can be understood Gold standard – a monetary standard in which one ounce of gold equals a set number of dollars Bank holiday – closing of banks during the Great Depression to avoid bank runs Ideology – a system of thought that is held by an individual, group, or culture. Fireside chats – radio broadcasts made by Roosevelt to the American people to explain his initiatives Fundamental – being of central importance.

Taking Notes: Sequencing Roosevelt’s first 3 months in office Bank runs Unprotected bank deposits March 5, 1933 June 16, 1933 Stock fraud Plight of farmers

Critical Thinking page 251 How might Franklin Roosevelt’s political career have been different if Eleanor had not been his wife? His effectiveness as president would have been reduced without her travel to meet and speak with Americans and her support of civil rights.

Geography Connection page 252 What states other than Tennessee benefited from the TVA project? Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Mississippi 2. Why do you think the majority of the projects were located in eastern Tennessee? There were more waterways in eastern Tennessee that were capable of being dammed for hydroelectricity

Progress Check page 249 What characteristics did Roosevelt have that made him popular with Americans? He had a charming personality, a deep rich voice, and a wide smile that expressed confidence and optimism. When he caught polio, he refused to five in. Americans saw an energy and hope that gave them optimism despite tough economic times.

Progress Check page 250 What were the key accomplishments during Roosevelt’s first hundred days in office? Congress passed 15 acts to boost the nation’s economy and helped it recover. This legislation became part of the First New Deal.

How did the government restore confidence in the banking system? Progress Check page 251 How did the government restore confidence in the banking system? It passed legislation to assure banks were financially sound, to regulate the stock market and prevent fraud, to insure bank deposits, and to provide mortgage and debt relief.

Progress Check page 252 How was the Agricultural Adjustment Act intended to stabilize the agricultural industry? It intended to do so by stopping farmers from growing so large a crop, by reducing livestock, and by reducing dairy products.

How did the relief programs help combat the Depression? Progress Check page 254 How did the relief programs help combat the Depression? They provided jobs, which helped people earn money to support the economy, helped people retain their homes and farms, provided education for some, and not only improved some of the country’s infrastructure, but inspired hope and restored American’s faith in themselves and their nation.