History 1302 Final Exam Fall 2010 Name______________________________ Essay. Please remember to write an ESSAY which includes an introduction, your points of discussion and a conclusion. 50 points each. Trace the causes of the Great Depression and the catalyst that signaled the collapse of the American economy. What were the major problems faced by people living during the Depression and how did they cope? Roosevelt’s New Deal created modern America, both politically and economically. Assess this statement. Do you agree or disagree? Use this page as a cover sheet. Due date is December 15th at 7:00 p.m.