After watching the video, how would you describe life during the Great Depression? What particularly stood out to you?
Read the first two paragraphs, and take notes on the most important points. Look for important names, dates, events, details, etc.
During this time, the president, Herbert Hoover, believed that the federal government should not get involved to help the people who were struggling financially. He believed that "self-reliance and self-help were the best ways to meet citizens' needs." What was he trying to say? Do you agree or disagree with his statement. Explain why.
After reading the description of Hoovervilles and analyzing the photo, do you notice any similarities or differences found within our cities? What do you see when you look around your neighborhood and city? Do Hoovervilles still exist today?
What does this paragraph tell us about how people felt towards their president?
Describe the struggles African Americans faced during the Great Depression.
As you read, notice the story details that suggest how the Great Depression influenced the life of the
narrator and her family. Underline the description of the setting. Remember the setting is where the story takes place.
What does the setting reveal about the area the narrator grew up in? Remember the narrator is the person who is telling the story. How does the narrator feel towards the way she grew up? Cite evidence to support your answer.