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Urbanization in America

Question 10 • (AG Q1) US History I: 26-27 (MStackhouse)

Which statement best describes urban areas during the late 1800s?

Answer
A
Urban areas were often sparsely populated with few employment opportunities.
B
Many cities were overcrowded with limited housing and few sanitation services.
C
Urban areas were designed to encourage people to commute to work and live in suburbs.
D
Many cities were often free of political corruption with few limitations on who could vote.

Explanation

During the late 1800s, industrialization drew many people into cities seeking work. Housing and public services often failed to keep up with the rapid population growth, so overcrowding and poor sanitation were common. Thus, the best description is that many cities had limited housing and few sanitation services.

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