Industrial Revolution Quiz 2

What did industrialization transform farming into?

• School jobs

• Factory jobs

• Office jobs

• Retail jobs

Why did people move to cities during the Industrial Revolution?

• To find better opportunities

• To escape the countryside

• To join the military

• To attend school

What were living conditions like in cities during the Industrial Revolution?

• Spacious and clean

• Crowded and unhealthy

• Similar to the homes of their home countries

• Full of a lot of rules and regulations

Where did many immigrants come from during the First Industrial Revolution?

• Asia and Africa

• South America and Australia

• Ireland and Germany

• Canada and Mexico

What challenges did immigrants face upon arrival in the U.S.?

• Language barriers and discrimination

• High crime rates

• Forced servitude

• Free housing

What did many Americans fear about immigrants?

• Cultural exchange

• New foods

• Fashion trends

• Job competition

Who were the wealthy elite during the Industrial Revolution?

• Farmers and teachers

• Industry Tycoons

• Factory workers

• Nobility

What were tenements like during the Industrial Revolution?

• Crowded and lacking basic necessities

• Modern and clean

• Full of rules and regulations

• Safe and comfortable

What was a common issue in factories during the Industrial Revolution?

• Short working hours

• Excessive rules and regulations

• Forced servitude

• Unsafe environments with dangerous machinery

What was a key goal for labor groups during the Industrial Revolution?

• 12-hour workday

• 8-hour workday

• 16-hour workday

• 24-hour workday