Why did poor families often send their children to work during the Gilded Age?
2nd Industrial Revolution-Exit Ticket

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To help the family earn more money
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What made children desirable employees for factories and mines?
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They could fit into tight spaces and were paid less.
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What was one major consequence of child labor during the Gilded Age?
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Many children did not attend school
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Why were companies able to keep wages low during the Gilded Age?
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There were more workers than jobs
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What does the term "opportunity cost" refer to in the context of unsafe working conditions?
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Choosing to work in dangerous jobs over safety or health
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What was the main purpose of labor unions?
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To represent workers and negotiate for better wages and conditions
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which of the following was the most powerful labor union during the Gilded Age?
Options: Knights of Labor, National Labor Union, American Federation of Labor, Railroad Workers' Union
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American Federation of Labor
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