ch 5.2

• Social Studies
• 6th Grade

Show me what you think a city looks like

Give me examples of Urban areas

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What push factor led former farm workers to migrate to urban areas for employment?

1. Limited income and unstable livelihood in rural areas
2. Traditional farming practices
3. Close-knit community in the countryside
4. Abundance of natural resources in rural regions

What inventions made it possible for trains to transport people and foods?

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What does the term 'Gilded Age' refer to?

1. An era of political stability
2. A phase of technological stagnation
3. A time of economic depression
4. A period of extravagant wealth and social problems

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What did sewer in the streets and no indoor plumbing cause amongst the people?

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What is a tenement?

1. A building divided into apartments
2. A type of urban housing
3. A large single-family house
4. A rural agricultural settlement

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Who coined the term 'Gilded Age'?

1. Thomas Edison
2. Mark Twain
3. Abraham Lincoln
4. John D. Rockefeller

What industry boomed during the Gilded Age?

1. Telecommunications
2. Automobiles
3. Railroads
4. Textiles

What were some common issues in tenements?

1. Spacious living areas and good ventilation.
2. Ample space and luxurious bathrooms.
3. Overcrowding, poor sanitation, and lack of ventilation.
4. High-end amenities and modern design.