How Did the Public View the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, Hoover's

question 2

Multiple Choice

How did the public view the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, Hoover's first and biggest effort at relief?

• A) It was met with enthusiasm because although the Depression persisted, it ended widespread hunger.
• B) Most Americans resented the fact that it benefited Europeans, and U.S. business was unaffected.
• C) It was seen as helping only banks and other big businesses rather than individuals in need.
• D) Americans were overwhelmingly grateful and convinced that it would help improve recovery.
• E) It led to massive riots because it caused an unprecedented number of foreclosures and job losses.

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