The Great Depression

Introduction

The Great Depression was a severe economic crisis that involved high unemployment rates, widespread poverty, and declines in industrial production. One of the main issues causing the Great Depression was the crash of the stock market in the United States.

Task

The goal of this webquest is to learn about the Great Depression by reading and answering questions.

Process

Great Depression | Definition, History, Dates, Causes, Effects, & Facts | Britannica

Great Depression: Black Thursday, Facts & Effects

Use these sources to read about the Great Depression and find the correct answers to the worksheet.