Key Aspects of Labor in the New Deal

Hard Period 7: 1890–1945 New Deal

In the aftermath of the Great Depression, President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal encompassed various reforms aimed at reviving the economy and assisting those in need. Among these initiatives were the formation of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the Public Works Administration (PWA). While Roosevelt sought to alleviate suffering and promote recovery, different programs had varying scopes and impacts on American society and the economy.

Which of the following statements accurately reflects a key aspect of the New Deal’s influence on labor and employment during the 1930s?

The National Labor Relations Act (Wagner Act) established the legal right for workers to organize and bargain collectively.

The New Deal prevented labor unions from forming, leading to a significant decline in organized labor membership.

Most New Deal programs exclusively benefited agricultural workers, ignoring urban labor concerns.

The Fair Labor Standards Act eliminated child labor and established a national minimum wage as its primary objective.

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