Robert Owen part 2: Improving Workers' and Students' Conditions

Robert Owen took over New Lanark mill, implementing social reforms like fair pricing in the mill shop and establishing the first Infant School in Britain. He introduced the Silent Monitor to encourage good work and advocated for an 8-hour workday. Despite success, his ideas were costly, leading him to sell his share in the business to pursue philanthropy.

What was unique about the truck system at New Lanark compared to other mills?

• It allowed workers to shop anywhere.

• Prices were only slightly above cost.

• It paid workers in gold.

• It was abolished in 1831.

What was a key feature of the first Infant School established by Robert Owen?

• It focused on religious education.

• It used corporal punishment.

• It emphasized student happiness and development.

• It was only for teenagers.

What was the impact of Owen's educational reforms on modern education?

• They focused solely on religious teachings.

• They were quickly forgotten.

• They introduced the concept of student happiness and development.

• They had no lasting impact.

How did the Silent Monitor system work?

• It recorded the number of hours worked.

• It was a cube with different colors indicating performance levels.

• It was a sound-based alarm system.

• It was a written report card.

What was Robert Owen's belief about the environment's impact on people?

• It had no effect on behavior.

• It could shape people for better or worse.

• It was irrelevant to productivity.

• It only affected children.

What was the phrase Robert Owen used to encapsulate his idea of a balanced workday?

• All work and no play.

• Work is life.

• Work hard, play hard.

• 8 hours labor, 8 hours recreation, 8 hours rest.

Why did Robert Owen sell his share in the New Lanark mill?

• He was forced to by the government.

• The mill was not successful.

• His ideas were too costly for investors.

• He wanted to retire.