How did Louisiana churches respond to the Great Depression?

They increased stock market investments to offset declining offerings.

They prepared free meals and collected clothing for people in need.

They merged with synagogues and mosques to reduce costs.

They openly campaigned for Herbert Hoover and the Republican Party.

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1 December, 14:30

How did Louisiana churches respond to the Great Depression?

They increased stock market investments to offset declining offerings.

They prepared free meals and collected clothing for people in need.

They merged with synagogues and mosques to reduce costs.

They openly campaigned for Herbert Hoover and the Republican Party.

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Paulina Atkinson · Answer 1

The correct answer is b) They prepared free meals and collected clothing for people in need.

Explanation:

The Great Depression had hit every part of the country and Louisiana, which was at the time a comparatively a poor part of America, had many of it's own problems.

Unemployment was rising and people were finding it difficult to have basic meals every day. As winters approached, many families had to make do without any shelter or clothing.

The Churches in Louisiana stepped in to support thousands of people in this time of need. Throughout the State, they opened soup kitchens to feed the needy and distributed warm clothing for the elderly and the infants.