Which statement BEST explains how the Great Depression influenced government legislation? (1 point)
Congress passed a series of legislative acts aimed at protecting failing banks, remaining on
O the gold standard, instituting higher taxes, and rebuilding the stock market. These acts
became known as the New Deal.
As a result of the Great Depression, Congress passed the Smoot-Hartley Act to place
higher tariffs on imported goods and protect American companies.
As a result of the Great Depression, Congress passed a series of legislative acts aimed at
O putting individuals back to work and rebuilding the infrastructure of the country. These
acts became known as the Great Society.
As a result of the Great Depression, Congress passed a series of legislative acts aimed at
O putting individuals back to work and rebuilding the infrastructure of the country. These
acts became known as the New Deal.