Why did films such as The Wizard of Oz and plays funded by the Works Progress Administration become so popular during the Great Depre A they helped put people back to work B they taught values of persistence and endurance C they provided a form of escape for viewers D they provided comic relief

C. They provided a form of escape for viewers.<br /><br />During the Great Depression, people faced immense hardship and uncertainty. Films and plays offered a temporary escape from their troubles, providing a few hours of entertainment and distraction from the grim realities of daily life. The fantastical world of Oz, for example, was a welcome respite from the dust bowl and breadlines. While the WPA did put people back to work (A), and some works might have taught values (B), the primary reason for the popularity of these entertainments was their escapist nature. Comic relief (D) was certainly a factor, but it falls under the broader umbrella of escapism.<br />