WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In Europe, the urban working class began to live more comfortably after 1870 because of ____
A
a decline in wages
B
better living conditions in cities
C
a rise in many consumer costs
D
worse living conditions in villages
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Crowded and filthy streets such as these were typical of the homes found in ‘slum’ areas in Cities. These were the homes of the bulk of the working classes during the Industrial Revolution. Poor people often lived in small houses in cramped streets.

Detailed explanation-2: -This movement was driven by a number of factors, including population growth, economic changes, and the displacement of people from their land due to the enclosure of common lands and the expansion of commercial agriculture.

Detailed explanation-3: -Poor workers were often housed in cramped, grossly inadequate quarters. Working conditions were difficult and exposed employees to many risks and dangers, including cramped work areas with poor ventilation, trauma from machinery, toxic exposures to heavy metals, dust, and solvents.

Detailed explanation-4: -The working conditions in factories were often harsh. Hours were long, typically ten to twelve hours a day. Working conditions were frequently unsafe and led to deadly accidents. Tasks tended to be divided for efficiency’s sake which led to repetitive and monotonous work for employees.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Industrial Revolution significantly affected the working class. The rise in employment opportunities brought many families into the industrial cities. Families were looking for more stable and consistent work, which the need to fill factory positions provided.

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