Chapter 19

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What main factor contributed to the need for workers to live close to factories during the rapid urbanization in the late 19th century?

Factories operated continuously, requiring long shifts. (correct)
Transportation improved, making rural living more feasible.
Education opportunities increased near urban areas.
Farms became more profitable, pushing people to relocate.

Which technological advancement had the most significant impact on the location of factories during the industrial revolution?

The establishment of railroads.
The invention of electric lights.
The development of the steam engine. (correct)
The creation of the telegraph.

What was a primary motivation for immigrants relocating to cities during the 19th century?

To escape urban overcrowding.
The search for better wages in industrial jobs. (correct)
The pursuit of agricultural opportunities.
The desire for educational advancement.

Which cities experienced significant population growth between 1860 and 1900 due to urbanization?

Philadelphia, Boston, and Chicago. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of factory work contributed to its difficulty and danger during the urbanization period?

Working hours were long and conditions were hazardous. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was one major impact of the electric trolley on urban centers?

It allowed for efficient transportation powered by electricity despite growing urban crowds. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which innovation allowed urban centers to expand their boundaries significantly?

Nikola Tesla's AC power system. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of communication technology replaced the telegraph by 1900?

The telephone. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What common issue did cities face as a result of rapid urban growth?

Housing and living condition challenges linked to class inequalities. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributed to the rise of skyscrapers in urban centers at the turn of the century?

Advancements in steel production and architectural techniques. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What philosophy influenced churches to become more involved in social reform during the era discussed?

Social Gospel (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following services was NOT typically provided by settlement houses in urban centers?

Employment counseling (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who was a major advocate of the social gospel, encouraging churches to engage with social issues rather than focus solely on spiritual matters?

Reverend Washington Gladden (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is credited with helping to create opportunities for women graduating college to engage in social work?

Hull House (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary aim of the settlement house movement led by figures like Jane Addams and Lillian Wald?

Provide relief and aid to the working class (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary reason for the construction of skyscrapers in eastern cities?

To overcome geographic limitations on outward expansion. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which invention was crucial for the development of taller buildings during the skyscraper boom?

Electric elevators. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What significant health issue was prevalent among urban dwellers living in tenement houses?

Cholera and typhoid fever. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Jacob Riis's primary goals in documenting the living conditions of the urban poor?

To raise awareness of the poor conditions and stimulate reform. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Boston’s subway system begin operating?

<ol start="1897"> <li>(A)</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary factor contributing to the Great Migration of African Americans from the South in the early twentieth century?

The search for job opportunities in urban centers (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which cities were the primary destinations for African Americans during the Great Migration?

New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia (C) Signup and view all the answers

What were common jobs held by African American workers after migrating to northern cities?

Menial jobs like porters, construction workers, and domestic servants (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of discrimination did African Americans face after moving to northern cities?

Racially motivated violence, similar to that in the South (A) Signup and view all the answers

What led to housing shortages for African Americans in urban centers during the Great Migration?

The rapid influx of African Americans and discrimination from landlords (A) Signup and view all the answers

Rapid Urbanization

A significant increase in the population of urban areas in the US during the late 1800s.

Industrialization's Impact

Industrial advancements created factory jobs, drawing people to cities.