Living Conditions By Class

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What type of houses were most upper class houses?

  • Townhouses and Villas (correct)
  • Single family homes
  • Huts or Smaller Houses
  • Average/small sized houses

What type of houses were most middle class houses?

  • Average/small sized houses (correct)
  • Modern Mansions
  • Hut or Smaller Houses
  • Townhouses and Villas

What type of houses were most low class houses?

  • Huts or Smaller Houses (correct)
  • Cottages
  • Villas
  • Townhouses

How many people lived in upper class houses?

<p>Families of about three to four people</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people lived in middle class houses?

<p>Smaller families of about two to three people</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the amount of people living in low class houses?

<p>Single people or couples</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of technology was present in upper class housing?

<p>Modern technology for the time, e.g., fridges, motorcars</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of technology was present in middle class housing?

<p>Some technology within reason</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of technology was present in lower class housing?

<p>Little to no technology, all tasks were done by hand</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the hygiene conditions in upper class housing?

<p>Most houses smelled nice and were quite hygienic as they could afford cleaning staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the hygiene conditions in middle class housing?

<p>Average hygiene and bad smells</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the hygiene conditions in lower class housing?

<p>Poor hygiene which led to diseases and death</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Upper Class Living Conditions

  • Houses primarily consisted of townhouses and villas, reflecting wealth and status.
  • Families typically comprised three to four members, indicating a stable household environment.
  • Equipped with modern technology of the time, such as refrigerators and motorcars, enhancing comfort and convenience.
  • Hygiene levels were high due to the availability of cleaning staff, resulting in pleasant-smelling homes.

Middle Class Living Conditions

  • Homes were generally average to small-sized, suitable for family needs.
  • Families were smaller, usually consisting of two to three members, highlighting a compact living arrangement.
  • Had access to some technology, although limited, indicating a balance between comfort and affordability.
  • Hygiene standards were average, leading to potential issues with bad odors.

Lower Class Living Conditions

  • Housing predominantly formed by huts or smaller houses, often provided by employers.
  • Residents included single individuals or couples, reflecting financial constraints.
  • Technology was minimal or nonexistent; tasks were done manually, illustrating economic hardship.
  • Hygiene conditions were poor, contributing to health risks, disease, and high mortality rates.

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