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Question 8 • Quiz

Which statement best summarizes the living and working conditions of the urban poor at the turn of the twentieth century?

Answer
A
Living conditions were unsafe, but working conditions were safe.
B
Living conditions were safe, but working conditions were unsafe.
C
Both living and working conditions were unsafe.
D
Both living and working conditions were safe.

Explanation

At the turn of the twentieth century, many urban poor families lived in crowded, poorly maintained housing with inadequate sanitation, creating serious health and safety risks. Their jobs were often dangerous, exhausting, and poorly regulated as well. Therefore, both living and working conditions were unsafe.

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