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This advanced-level worksheet explores the complex causes and lasting impacts of the Great Depression through a rich, academic article followed by rigorous comprehension and critical reasoning questions. Students will analyze economic factors such as stock market speculation, overproduction, wealth inequality, and policy failures using higher-level vocabulary and historical context. The worksheet includes 12 challenging multiple-choice questions and 5 critical thinking short-answer prompts designed to strengthen reading comprehension and analytical writing skills.

Perfect for upper middle school, high school, or honors-level history and economics classes, this resource supports deeper engagement with historical content while reinforcing key literacy skills. The structured questions promote close reading, inference, vocabulary development, and evidence-based reasoning—making it ideal for classroom discussion, individual assignments, or assessment prep. Whether you’re teaching U.S. History or integrating social studies into ELA, this worksheet helps students make meaningful connections between past economic crises and today’s world.