3. Why did so many people become hoboes during the 1930's

The increase in the number of hoboes during the 1930s can be attributed to the Great Depression. The economic downturn led to widespread unemployment, poverty, and homelessness. Many people lost their jobs, homes, and savings, forcing them to wander in search of work or relief. The collapse of the stock market in 1929 and subsequent economic hardships created a significant population of homeless individuals seeking basic necessities and employment opportunities, contributing to the rise of hoboes in the 1930s.