Life of Breaker Boys in 1911

What were young boys working in coal mines in 1911 called?

• Coal Miners

• Breaker Boys

• Factory Workers

• Iron Boys

What was the primary task of the Breaker Boys in the coal mines?

• Operating machinery

• Separating impurities from coal by hand

• Transporting coal

• Supervising other workers

At what age did children start working in factories according to the passage?

• 10 years old

• 8 years old

• 6 years old

• 12 years old

How did children typically get to the factories?

• By bus

• By car

• They walked several miles

• By train

What were the conditions like in the factory floors?

• Clean and safe

• Spacious and well-ventilated

• Hot, damp, filthy, and dangerous

• Quiet and organized

What was the attitude of factory owners towards worker safety?

• They prioritized safety

• They were indifferent to safety

• They provided safety training

• They ensured all safety measures were in place

What health issues did workers face in the factories?

• They were well-nourished

• They had access to healthcare

• They were malnourished and spread diseases

• They had regular health check-ups

What physical issues did children develop from factory work?

• Improved physical fitness

• Physical deformities from repetitive motion

• Stronger muscles

• Better posture

What time of day did the workday begin for factory employees?

• Mid-morning

• Afternoon

• Well before dawn

• Late evening

Who in the family worked in the factories?

• Only men

• Only women

• Only children

• Every member of the family