Question

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how did the industrial revolution change the lives of working people?

a. people were given higher wages.

b. workdays were not as long.

c. machines took over many jobs.

d. owners wanted more skilled workers.

Explanation:

• Option A: During the Industrial Revolution, wages were often low, especially for unskilled workers, so this is incorrect.
• Option B: Workdays were actually very long (often 12 - 16 hours or more) during the Industrial Revolution, so this is incorrect.
• Option C: The Industrial Revolution introduced machinery that automated many tasks, leading to machines taking over many jobs previously done by hand, this is correct.
• Option D: Owners often preferred unskilled workers who could be paid less to operate machines, so the need for more skilled workers is incorrect.

Answer:

C. Machines took over many jobs.