What event is commonly recognized as the beginning of the Great Depression in the United States? The Dust Bowl The Stock Market Crash of 1929 The New Deal The end of World War I None Which of the following was a major cause of the Great Depression? High tariffs and trade barriers Increased consumer spending Technological advancements A booming stock market None Which government program was introduced by Franklin D. Roosevelt to address the economic crisis during the Great Depression? The Marshall Plan The New Deal The Fair Deal The G.I. Bill None What natural disaster exacerbated the economic difficulties during the Great Depression, particularly for farmers in the Midwest? Floods Hurricanes The Dust Bowl Earthquakes None What was one significant social effect of the Great Depression on American society? Increased immigration to the U.S. Strengthening of the middle class Rise in unemployment and poverty Decrease in urbanization None Time's up