Urban Development in America

The video discusses the rapid urbanization of American cities in the late 1800s and early 1900s, driven by population growth, railroads, and manufacturing. It highlights the migration from rural areas and Europe, the rise of skyscrapers, and the impact of new transportation systems. These changes led to social shifts, including the separation of wealthy and poor areas.

Which city experienced a population increase from over a million in 1860 to 4.7 million by 1910?

• New York

• Boston

• Chicago

• Philadelphia

What was a significant factor in the transformation of small towns into bustling cities during the late 1800s?

• The expansion of agriculture

• The invention of the automobile

• The growth of railroads

• The discovery of gold

Which industry was significantly impacted by the growth of railroads in the late 1800s?

• Textile

• Meatpacking

• Technology

• Automobile

Why did many Americans leave farming jobs to move to cities in the late 1800s?

• Better weather in cities

• Higher wages in factories

• More land available in cities

• Less pollution in urban areas

What architectural innovation allowed buildings to be constructed taller in the late 1800s?

• Wooden frames

• Concrete foundations

• Brick walls

• Steel skeletons

How did the invention of the electric elevator contribute to urban development?

• It increased land value

• It allowed for taller buildings

• It reduced construction costs

• It improved public transportation

What was a key reason for the spread of cities outward in the late 1800s?

• Decline in population

• New transportation methods

• Increased land prices

• Improved agricultural techniques

What was the first American city to open a subway system in 1897?

• Philadelphia

• Chicago

• New York

• Boston

What was a major consequence of new transportation methods in American cities?

• Decline in city populations

• Rise in agricultural jobs

• Separation of wealthy and poor areas

• Increased pollution

What was a common feature of 'walking cities' before the Civil War?

• They had extensive subway systems

• They were spread over large areas

• They were compact and walkable

• They had high-rise buildings