America 1920-1973Definitions

Key Terms

Part of Causes of the Depression — GCSE History

This definitions covers Key Terms within Causes of the Depression for GCSE History. Revise Causes of the Depression in America 1920-1973 for GCSE History with 10 exam-style questions and 5 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 7 of 12 in this topic. Make sure you can use the exact wording confidently, because definition marks are often lost through vague language.

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Section 7 of 12

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10 questions

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5 flashcards

📖 Key Terms

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Practice Questions for Causes of the Depression

On which date did 'Black Tuesday' occur, marking the worst day of the Wall Street Crash?

A. 24 October 1929
B. 29 October 1929
C. 24 October 1933
D. 29 October 1933

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By 1933, approximately what percentage of the American workforce was unemployed?

A. 10%
B. 15%
C. 25%
D. 40%

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Quick Recall Flashcards

Peak unemployment?

25% (1933) — 1 in 4 workers

How many banks failed?

5,000 (1929-1932)

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