The WPA provided jobs for American workers. Lesson 4 explains many of the jobs provided by this program. Replace each within this chart with description of project or name of project
Federal Writers’ Project (add description of project here)
The Federal Writers' Project was a branch of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in the United States that provided jobs for American writers during the Great Depression. The project aimed to create employment opportunities for writers, while also preserving the cultural and historical record of the nation. Writers were hired to research and document various aspects of American life, including local histories, folklore, and oral histories. They also conducted interviews with notable figures, such as former slaves, Native Americans, and veterans, to collect first-hand accounts of their experiences. The writers produced a wide range of written works, including guidebooks, pamphlets, and articles for newspapers and magazines. The Federal Writers' Project played a significant role in documenting and promoting American arts and culture during a challenging period in the nation's history.
