Question

5. Describe the factory system and conditions associated with working in the factories.


6. How did rapid growth pose a significant challenge for the cities?

Answer 1

The conditions were dangerous and deadly, and the rapid growth caused diseases in the cities.

Answer 2

5. The factories were larger, and they used steam powered machines. More laborers worked long hours for low wages. Workers lived in dark dingy houses in the shadow of the factory. As the need for laborers increased, entire families worked in factories. In some cases, a family agreed to a contract to work for one year. Even if just one family member broke the contract, the whole family could be fired. The workers' day began when a whistle sounded at 4 a.m. Mother, father, and children dressed in the dark and headed off to work. At 7:30 a.m. and at noon, the whistle sounded again to let everyone know that it was a breakfast or lunch break. At 7:30 p.m. a final whistle sounded and the workers went home. During their day, workers faced discomfort and danger. Few factories had windows or heating systems, so it was dreadfully hot in the summer, and extremely cold in the winter. Frequent sickness went through the worker's families. Also, factory machines had no safety devices, and accidents were common. Owners ignored the hazards because there were no laws regulating factory conditions. Injured workers often lost their jobs.

Answer 3

6. The problems of rapid growth are:
-Food shortage
-Water shortage
-Health problems
-More pollution

Answer 4

Thank you!

Answer 5

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