Working and Living Conditions for Workers

Why were children forced to work during the Gilded Age?

• To contribute to the family income

• To gain work experience

• To receive education

• To have fun

What were the working conditions like for immigrant children during the Gilded Age?

• Safe and comfortable

• Overcrowded and unsanitary

• Well-regulated and clean

• Flexible and relaxed

What were some of the dangers faced by workers, including children, in factories and mills?

• Excessive breaks and leisure time

• Lack of job opportunities

• Severe injuries and health issues

• High wages and benefits

Why were industrial workplaces hazardous for workers during the Gilded Age?

• Lack of heavy machinery

• Strict safety guards and regulations

• Clean and pollution-free air

• Presence of harmful substances

What were the living conditions like for immigrant families during the Gilded Age?

• Spacious and well-maintained

• Infested with vermin

• Luxurious and comfortable

• Equipped with modern amenities

Why did immigrant families struggle to maintain a decent quality of life during the Gilded Age?

• High wages and easy access to resources

• Lack of job opportunities

• Support from the government

• Adequate housing and sanitation

What was the impact of the Gilded Age on workers' rights?

• Improved safety standards and working conditions

• Decreased wages and benefits

• Increased job opportunities

• Better access to education

Who advocated for reforms and better working conditions during the Gilded Age?

• Factory owners and industrialists

• Immigrant families

• Children working in factories

• Reformers and activists

What was the ultimate goal of advocating for improved conditions during the Gilded Age?

• To create a safer and more equitable society

• To increase profits for factory owners

• To eliminate all forms of child labor

• To promote industrialization at any cost

Who was most affected by the harsh living and working conditions during the Gilded Age?

• Wealthy factory owners

• Native-born Americans

• Immigrant families

• Government officials