Urban Living - RTN 646-649

What was a major problem caused by overcrowding in tenements?

• Increased job opportunities

• Improved sanitation

• Spread of disease

• Reduced crime rates

Why were tenement buildings often dangerous?

• They were built with strong materials

• They had excellent fire safety features

• They lacked proper ventilation and sanitation

• They were located ins afe neighborhoods

What was a common health issue faced by people living in tenements?

• Vitamin D Deficiency

• Heatstroke

• Respiratory diseases

• Skin cancer

How did Jacob Riis contribute to the understanding of tenement life?

• He wrote positive reviews about tenement living

• He ignored the problems of the poor

• He documented the harsh conditions through photography and writing

• He built new, affordable housing

What was a major consequence of industrialization in cities?

• Decreased air pollution

• Improved working conditions

• Increased population growth

• Reduced poverty rates

How did industrialization impact cities like Pitssburgh?

• It lead to cleaner air and water

• It created jobs ut also pollution

• It decreased the population

• It had no significant impact on the city

What was the primary goal of settlement houses?

• To provide housing for the wealthy

• To offer services and support to the urban poor

• To promote industrialization

• To limit immigration

Who was a significant figure in the settlement house movement?

• Andrew Carnegie

• Jacob Riis

• Jane Addams

• Theodore Roosevelt

How did organizations like the Charity Organization Society (COS) contribute to urban reform?

• By providing financial aid to the poor

• By lobbying for improved housing and labor laws

• By building new factories

• By discouraging immigration

What was the impact of urban pollution on public health?

• It improved public health

• It had no significant impact on public health

• It worsened public health

• It led to a decrease in respiratory illnesses