Working Conditions Flashcard

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What was a common consequence for workers if they got sick or injured during the Industrial Revolution?

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They were often fired.

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Why were the facilities during the Industrial Revolution considered unsafe?

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They lacked government regulations and safety features.

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What were some of the jobs that children had to do during the Industrial Revolution?

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Breaking coal, making matches, and selling newspapers

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What led to the improvement of working conditions during the late stages of the Industrial Revolution?

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Workers organizing into unions and new government regulations

Front

How many days a week and hours a day did a typical breaker boy work?

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6 days a week and 10 hours a day

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What were the newsies known for doing in the big cities?

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Selling newspapers

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What age range did most breaker boys fall within? Options: 5 to 7 years old, 8 to 12 years old, 13 to 16 years old, 17 to 20 years old

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8 to 12 years old

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What action did the newsies take in 1899 when the price of newspapers was raised?

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They went on strike to fight the raise

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What was one major change during the Industrial Revolution regarding the roles of women?

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Women began to work jobs outside of the home for the first time.

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Why did factory owners prefer to hire women during the Industrial Revolution?

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Women could be paid less than men.