Due today: First half of chapter 24
Learning Target: I can analyze the causes and impacts of the Great Depression.
Agenda:
1. Mini AAA
- What tone does he use? How does he characterize the 1920s?
- What role does Hoover believe the government should play in business?
- How does this inaugural address compare to others you've heard?
3. The Great Depression
A. Quick Review: Causes of Great Depression?
B. Crash Course: The Great Depression
C. Oscar Ameringer's Experience (disregard the guiding questions on the sheet)
You are a member of the US House Committee on Labor. How would you respond to Ameringer's testimony and what might you propose in a bill to help address the issues he raises?
Homework: Finish Chapter 24 notes & Short Answer (MC NOT required :-)