Urbanization in the US during the 19th Century
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What percentage of Americans lived in a town of 8,000 people or more on the eve of the Civil War?

  • 40%
  • 30%
  • 20%
  • 17% (correct)
  • How many people lived in New York City by 1900?

  • Around 500,000
  • Over 3 million
  • More than 2 million (correct)
  • Less than a million
  • What happened to the population of the United States between 1860 and 1910?

  • It stayed the same
  • It decreased by half
  • It grew from 31 million to 92 million (correct)
  • It doubled
  • Why did many farmers migrate to cities?

    <p>New technologies made their farms obsolete</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of people moving from rural to urban areas?

    <p>Urbanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major issue with the 'dumbbell tenements' design?

    <p>The ventilation shafts quickly became filled with trash and human waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In 1895, New York City was notable for being the?

    <p>Most densely populated city in the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major factor in raising awareness of the problems with tenements?

    <p>Investigative journalism by muckrakers like Jacob Riis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant improvement resulting from the new housing law?

    <p>Running water and indoor toilets in every apartment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of urbanization, leading to a related movement in the Progressive Era?

    <p>The conservation movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main attraction of American cities for the 25 million immigrants who flooded in around the turn of the century?

    <p>The promise of work, education, and a better life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the age range of most of the immigrants who came to American cities?

    <p>Between 15 and 30</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major problem in American cities during the Gilded Age?

    <p>The lack of infrastructure for basic health and safety standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the lack of regulation in the meat-packing industry in Chicago during the Gilded Age?

    <p>The addition of refuse and the smell of slaughtered animals to the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the description of the segregation of ethnic groups in New York City, according to Jacob Riis?

    <p>A map of the city with many stripes and colors, resembling a crazy-quilt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • On the eve of the Civil War, around 25% of Americans lived in towns with populations of 8,000 or more.
    • By 1900, New York City had a population of approximately 3.4 million people.
    • The population of the United States surged from 31 million in 1860 to 92 million in 1910, almost tripling in size.

    Migration and Urbanization Processes

    • Many farmers migrated to cities seeking better economic opportunities, employment, and living conditions.
    • The term for the movement of people from rural areas to urban centers is "urbanization."

    Housing Conditions and Issues

    • A significant flaw in the 'dumbbell tenements' design was the poor ventilation and lack of adequate natural light, leading to unhealthy living conditions.
    • In 1895, New York City became notable for having the highest population density in the world.

    Awareness and Housing Reforms

    • The publication of "How the Other Half Lives" by Jacob Riis raised awareness of tenement conditions, highlighting poverty and overcrowding.
    • A significant improvement from new housing laws was the requirement for better ventilation and sanitation in tenements, enhancing living conditions.

    Urbanization Consequences

    • Urbanization resulted in notable social issues, prompting a related movement during the Progressive Era focused on reform and social justice.
    • The main attraction for the 25 million immigrants arriving around the turn of the century was the promise of jobs and economic opportunities in cities.

    Demographics and Challenges

    • Most immigrants who came to American cities were young adults, typically aged 18 to 35.
    • A major problem in American cities during the Gilded Age was squalor, with many living in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions.

    Industry and Social Challenges

    • The lack of regulation in the meat-packing industry in Chicago during the Gilded Age led to widespread health violations and unsafe food products.
    • Jacob Riis described the segregation of ethnic groups in New York City as a reflection of social divisions, highlighting how different communities were isolated from one another.

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    Test your knowledge on the rapid growth of cities in the United States during the late 19th century. From 1860 to 1900, the percentage of Americans living in urban areas increased significantly. Learn about the transformation of towns and cities during this period.

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