Question

How do Harburg’s words reflect the experience of many Americans during the Great Depression? (a)Like Harburg, many expected that they could maintain their possessions through the Depression.

(b)Like Harburg, many were shocked by stock market collapse and ensuing Depression.

(c)Like Harburg, many were grateful for the lessons they learned from the Depression.

(d)Like Harburg, many made meticulous plans to prepare for the Depression.

Answer 1

"Like Harburg, many expected that they could maintain theirpossessions through the Depression" is the way that Harburg’s words reflect the experience of many Americans during the Great Depression. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the first option or option "A".

Answer 2

The question concerns the interview with Harburg - American lyricist whose song Brother Can You Spare a Dime? became a popular song of Depression Era. In the interview, Harburg emphasizes the prosperity of American business. He says that like all other Americans they thought this prosperity would continue forever. The correct answer from the analysis of the interview is the first option - A.