The Negative Effects of Industrialization

What was a major focus of the Progressive Movement?

• Improving the quality of life for Americans

• Expanding industrialization

• Increasing immigration

• Promoting child labor

What were common work hours during the late 1800s and early 1900s?

• 10 to 12 hours a day, 6 days a week

• 8 hours a day, 5 days a week

• 12 to 14 hours a day, 7 days a week

• 6 to 8 hours a day, 5 days a week

Why did factories hire children during the late 1800s and early 1900s?

• They could pay them less than adults

• Children were more skilled

• Children worked faster

• There were laws requiring child labor

What was the approximate daily wage for men during the late 1800s and early 1900s?

• $1 - $1.50

• $5 - $6

• $10 - $12

• $0.50 - $0.75

What did Oscar Neebe believe about children working in factories?

• It created more cripples than the war with the South

• It improved their skills

• It was necessary for industrial growth

• It was a fair system

What were some consequences of industrialization mentioned in the passage?

• Unsafe working conditions, long hours, low pay, and child labor

• Improved quality of life, higher wages, and better working conditions

• Decreased immigration and smaller cities

• Increased government control over businesses

What did Americans begin demanding in response to industrialization?

• Government efforts to help the poor and regulate big businesses

• More factories and industries

• Longer work hours

• Higher taxes

What does the excerpt from Oscar Neebe's autobiography highlight?

• Hazardous work conditions

• The benefits of industrialization

• The importance of child labor

• The growth of cities

What was the equivalent of $1 - $1.50 in today's money?

• $25 - $35

• $50 - $60

• $10 - $15

• $5 - $10

What was a common consequence for children working in factories according to Oscar Neebe?

• Loss of fingers or hands

• Improved education

• Higher wages

• Better health