Hoovervilles arose in the country during the Great Depression. Which of the following conclusions can be made based on the name of these areas?

Americans condemned President Hoover for resigning his post after the collapse of the economy.

Americans applauded President Hoover for creating residential areas for the homeless.

Americans blamed President Hoover for allowing the nation to slide into depression.

Americans wanted to honor President Hoover for remaining strong after the country entered a depression.

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Courtney

8 July, 03:11

Hoovervilles arose in the country during the Great Depression. Which of the following conclusions can be made based on the name of these areas?

Americans condemned President Hoover for resigning his post after the collapse of the economy.

Americans applauded President Hoover for creating residential areas for the homeless.

Americans blamed President Hoover for allowing the nation to slide into depression.

Americans wanted to honor President Hoover for remaining strong after the country entered a depression.

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Nigel Farmer · Answer 1

"Americans blamed President Hoover for allowing the nation to slide into depression" is the best option from the list, since Hoovervilles were shantytowns that people were forced to live in during Hoover's time as President.