Which statements best explains the results of President Hoover’s policies during the Great Depression? (Choose 2)

Question

A.
The government provided too much aid and overextended itself.
B.
The government relied too much on volunteer organizations and did too little.
C.
President Hoover’s support of farms enabled farms to provide support to soup kitchens.
D.
President Hoover’s support of public works programs was too limited to reach most people.

Answer 1

The two statements that best explain the results of President Hoover’s policies during the Great Depression are:

B. The government relied too much on volunteer organizations and did too little.

D. President Hoover’s support of public works programs was too limited to reach most people.

These statements reflect criticisms of Hoover's approach, suggesting that his reliance on voluntary aid and limited government intervention were inadequate to address the scale of the economic crisis.