Questions and Answers
Which of the following would not have been the job of a poor working-class woman?
A large apartment building that was overly crowded and loud and dirty was called what?
a tenement
Why were some people unwilling to give money to charity?
They thought the poor didn't want to improve their condition
Why did people stay in the tenements?
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The rules to move into a model tenement were very strict. Which would not have been one of those rules?
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What were areas in a city called where most of the poor working class lived in crowded conditions?
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Which of these was a job that a working-class man would most likely hold?
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How did people in tenements get clothing?
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Many working-class families lived in slums because:
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What kinds of jobs did working-class women hold?
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What happened in the tenements because landlords charged high rent?
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The term working class was used to describe which group of people?
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Study Notes
Working-Class Women
- Typists were not typically jobs for poor working-class women.
- Working-class women often engaged in roles such as seamstresses.
Tenement Living
- A tenement is a large, overcrowded apartment building characterized by noisy and unsanitary conditions.
- Families remained in tenements largely due to financial constraints, unable to afford better living conditions.
- As landlords increased rent, tenements became increasingly crowded, contributing to poor living conditions.
Charity and Perceptions of Poverty
- Some individuals refrained from donating to charity due to the belief that the poor lacked motivation to improve their circumstances.
- Many working-class families resorted to living in slums because they could not afford alternative housing.
Community and Employment
- Areas within cities where the poor working class resided were often referred to as slums.
- Working-class men were more likely to hold jobs in industries that were low-paid, reflecting the economic challenges of the time.
Clothing and Resources
- Many tenement residents crafted their own clothing due to limited financial resources, relying on personal skills instead of retail.
- The term "working class" refers to low-paid workers and their families, who formed a significant part of the urban population.
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This quiz tests your knowledge of key terms related to the working-class conditions in urban environments. Explore definitions and concepts that outline the struggles and misconceptions faced by the poor in history. Perfect for understanding the social dynamics of the era.
