Author Question: The Public Works Administration or PWA was based on the principle of stimulating the economy ... (Read 29 times)

cnetterville · **on:** Sep 21, 2019

Question 1

The U.S. firebombing of Tokyo killed almost a million people and left 8 million more homeless, far more death and damage than either atomic bomb.

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Question 2

When Roosevelt, with an improved economy, cut federal spending and tightened credit in 1937:

A) the economy reach nearly full recovery.
B) a sharp recession occurred.
C) Democrats made dramatic gains in the 1938 elections.
D) there was little impact on the economy.

Question 3

Which First New Deal program was aimed mainly at jobless young men?

A) National Recovery Administration
B) Public Works Administration
C) Civilian Conservation Corps
D) Federal Emergency Relief Administration

Question 4

The Public Works Administration or PWA was based on the principle of stimulating the economy through:

A) providing jobs and increasing consumer spending.
B) making credit available to businesses, banks, and industries.
C) encouraging small businesses and self-employment.
D) setting prices at a 1909 to 1914 purchasing power average.