What were 'towns' like these sarcastically named? (U2.5) TEKS - 16(B&C)

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Depression Mansions
Depression Mansions

Franklin Towns
Franklin Towns

Roosevelt's Rest Homes
Roosevelt's Rest Homes

None of the answers is correct.
None of the answers is correct.

Hoovervilles

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The sarcastically named 'towns' you are referring to are known as Hoovervilles. They were shantytowns built by homeless people during the Great Depression, named mockingly after President Herbert Hoover, who was blamed for the economic crisis.