Question

The end of 1929 was the beginning of a difficult time for America. The stock market crash created problems for companies and individuals nationwide. Banks failed, which caused millions of families to lose all of their savings and investments. Businesses closed and people lost their jobs and then their houses--the Great Depression had begun.

The author included this information in the text to?
A explain what it was like during the Great Depression.
B give reasons why the stock market crashed.
C highlight where people lived during the Great Depression.
D introduce the characters in the selection.

Answer 1

The correct answer is A) explain what it was like during the Great Depression. The text describes the impacts of the stock market crash and the resulting hardships faced by families and businesses, which provides a clear picture of the difficult circumstances during that time.