Which New Deal program built dams, generated electricity, and promoted regional development in the Tennessee Valley?
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Correct answer: Tennessee Valley Authority
The Tennessee Valley Authority built dams and power plants to bring electricity and flood control to a poor rural region. It represented a major federal role in regional planning and economic development.
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