Social Life
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.
What party was Herbert Hoover a part of?
Republician.
How did Hoover get his start in politics?
By becoming secretary of commerce.
Did Hoover believe that the Great Depression was something to be worried over?
No. He wrongfully assumed it would be over with quickly.
Name one of Hoover's sons.
Allan Hoover/Herbert Hoover Jr.
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.
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.
Does Hoover have a sport named after him?
Yes - Hooverball.
Name one of Hoover's siblings and whether or not they impacted his presidency.
Theodore Jesse Hoover/Mary Hoover
No.
Who was Hoover's Vice President?
Charles Curtis.
Name one of his Foreign Policies.
Hoover's Depression Diplomacy, The "Good Neighbor" Policy, and The Stimson Doctrine.
Was Hoover responsible for the Great Depression?
No. He was not at fault for the economic crash despite being blamed for it.
Name one of Hoover's parents and how they passed.
Jesse Hoover/Hulda Hoover
Heart failure/Typhoid fever
What was Hoover's campaign strategy and slogan
Promised lower taxes, farm agency, prohibition enforcement / "Who but Hoover?"
Name one of his Domestic Policies.
Reconstruction Finance Corporation, The Agricultural Marketing Act, and The Federal Farm Board
Did Hoover speak anything other than English?
Yes. He spoke Chinese, and his wife was fluent in eight languages!
Despite condemnation, who did Lou Henry (Herbert's wife) invite to her tea party?
Jesse DePriest
When did Hoover's terms start and end?
March 4th, 1929 and March 4th, 1933.
What impacts did Hoover make?
President's Emergency Committee on Employment, the President's Organization for Unemployment Relief, and the National Credit Corporation.
Was Hoover in the first national broadcast in US history?
Yes - his image and voice were transmitted to demonstrate how it worked.