In the late 1800s, industrial workers:
A. Collaborated with employers to reform labor laws.
B. Took control of the factories in which they worked.
C. Faced low wages and long hours in unsafe working conditions.
D. Increased the amount of leisure time they had available.
True or false?
Answer (3)
False, based on the statement if they work long hours then leisure time cannot be increased
" The statement is false.
In the late 1800s, industrial workers faced low wages and long hours in unsafe working conditions.The idea that they increased the amount of leisure time they had available is also incorrect, as the long hours and harsh conditions of the time left little room for leisure.
To elaborate on the historical context:
Low wages and long hours: Workers in the late 1800s, especially during the Second Industrial Revolution, often worked 12-16 hour days, six days a week, for very low wages.
Unsafe working conditions: Factories were often dangerous places with little to no safety regulations, leading to frequent accidents and health hazards.
Labor unrest: The poor conditions led to the rise of labor unions and strikes, such as the Great Railroad Strike of 1877 and the Haymarket Riot of 1886, as workers sought to improve their situation.
Labor reforms: Over time, the efforts of labor movements did lead to reforms such as the establishment of the eight-hour workday, safety regulations, and minimum wage laws, but these changes were hard-fought and came after prolonged struggle.
Leisure time: The concept of leisure time for industrial workers was not widespread in the late 1800s. It was not until the early 20th century that the eight-hour workday became more standard, and workers began to have more time for leisure activities.
Therefore, the statement does not accurately reflect the historical reality of industrial workers' lives in the late 1800s."
In the late 1800s, industrial workers primarily faced low wages, long hours, and unsafe working conditions, making option C the correct answer. The establishment of labor unions and strikes were responses to these harsh realities. Unfortunately, most workers had little leisure time due to their demanding schedules and environments.
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