The excerpt emphasizes the idea that the problems of the Great Depression affected all Americans in one way or another. drove a wedge between people who once were friendly. brought out the very worst behavior in many Americans. caused many Americans to experience financial ruin.

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The excerpt emphasizes the idea that the problems of the Great Depression affected all Americans in one way or another. drove a wedge between people who once were friendly. brought out the very worst behavior in many Americans. caused many Americans to experience financial ruin.

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a wedge drove between people who were once friendly