Understanding Urbanization Causes

Which of the following was a significant factor in the movement from rural to urban areas during the late 1800s and early 1900s?

• The decline of industrial jobs

• The expansion of major urban centers

• The decrease in trade opportunities

• The reduction in social services

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How did the Bessemer Process contribute to urbanization in the late 1800s?

• By reducing the need for skilled labor

• By enabling the construction of skyscrapers

• By increasing the cost of steel production

• By limiting the growth of cities

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What role did major waterways play in the establishment of large cities in the Eastern U.S. during the late 1800s?

• They provided a source of drinking water

• They facilitated trade and transportation

• They were used primarily for recreational activities

• They served as natural barriers to city expansion

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Which of the following best describes the impact of industrialization on urban growth?

• It led to a decrease in urban populations

• It created new job opportunities in cities

• It caused a decline in the construction of factories

• It resulted in the closure of many urban centers

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How did the development of railroads influence urbanization in the United States?

• By decreasing the need for urban housing

• By facilitating the movement of people and goods

• By reducing the importance of waterways

• By limiting the expansion of cities

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What was a common characteristic of cities that grew around major factories?

• They had a predominantly rural population

• They were often divided by race, ethnicity, and class

• They experienced a decline in industrial activity

• They were located far from transportation networks

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Which of the following was a social benefit that attracted people to urban areas?

• Limited access to education

• Availability of jobs and opportunities

• Decreased availability of healthcare services

• Lack of cultural activities

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What was one effect of the movement of wealthy people to urban areas?

• It eliminated class distinctions

• It created distinct class divisions within cities

• It led to the decline of urban centers

• It reduced the demand for urban housing

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How did modernization contribute to urbanization during the late 1800s and early 1900s?

• By discouraging technological advancements

• By promoting the development of rural areas

• By placing cities on the edge of progress

• By reducing the need for urban infrastructure

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What was a significant reason for the influx of immigrants to urban areas in the late 1800s?

• The decline of industrial jobs

• The availability of jobs and opportunities

• The lack of social services in cities

• The decrease in trade activities

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