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100

Describe Hoover's upbringing.

He lost both parents early on, which made him more sensitive and shy. Afterward, he was raised by his hardworking uncle.

100

What party was Herbert Hoover a part of?

Republician.

100

How did Hoover get his start in politics?

By becoming secretary of commerce.

100

Did Hoover believe that the Great Depression was something to be worried over?

No. He wrongfully assumed it would be over with quickly.

200

Name one of Hoover's sons.

Allan Hoover/Herbert Hoover Jr.

200

What Religion did Hoover believe in, and how did it affect his presidency?

Quaker; it shaped his belief on charity, his work ethic, and the importance of freedom.

200

What was one of the major world events during Hoover's presidency?

Great Depression (which is likely what you answered with), the assassination of Japanese Prime Minister Yuko Hamaguchi, and the Mukden incident.

200

Does Hoover have a sport named after him?

Yes - Hooverball.

300

Name one of Hoover's siblings and whether or not they impacted his presidency. 

Theodore Jesse Hoover/Mary Hoover

No.

300

Who was Hoover's Vice President?

Charles Curtis.

300

Name one of his Foreign Policies. 

Hoover's Depression Diplomacy, The "Good Neighbor" Policy, and The Stimson Doctrine.

300

Was Hoover responsible for the Great Depression?

No. He was not at fault for the economic crash despite being blamed for it.

400

Name one of Hoover's parents and how they passed.

Jesse Hoover/Hulda Hoover

Heart failure/Typhoid fever

400

What was Hoover's campaign strategy and slogan

Promised lower taxes, farm agency, prohibition enforcement / "Who but Hoover?"

400

Name one of his Domestic Policies.

Reconstruction Finance Corporation, The Agricultural Marketing Act, and The Federal Farm Board

400

Did Hoover speak anything other than English?

Yes. He spoke Chinese, and his wife was fluent in eight languages!

500

Despite condemnation, who did Lou Henry (Herbert's wife) invite to her tea party? 

Jesse DePriest

500

When did Hoover's terms start and end?

March 4th, 1929 and March 4th, 1933.

500

What impacts did Hoover make?

President's Emergency Committee on Employment, the President's Organization for Unemployment Relief, and the National Credit Corporation.

500

Was Hoover in the first national broadcast in US history?

Yes - his image and voice were transmitted to demonstrate how it worked. 

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