Question

1. children were hired because they were _____, ___, and could fit into _____ spaces.
2. many children worked _____ hours per day with little or no _____.
3. factories were dangerous due to _____, _____, and fast - moving machines.
4. the sadler committee testimony exposed _____ and _____ conditions in factories.
5. photographs by _______ helped raise awareness about child labor.
6. public outrage over child labor eventually led to _____ and _____ reforms.

Explanation:

These questions relate to the history of child labor, which falls under the subfield of History (Social Science). To answer, we recall key facts:

1. Children were hired as they were cheap, obedient, and fit into small spaces.
2. Many worked long hours (e.g., 12–16) with little pay or rest.
3. Factories were dangerous due to unprotected machinery, poor lighting/ventilation, and fast - moving machines.
4. The Sadler Committee exposed harsh and unhealthy factory conditions.
5. Photographs by Lewis Hine raised child labor awareness.
6. Outrage led to labor laws and social reforms (e.g., child labor restrictions).

Answer:

1. cheap, obedient, small
2. long, pay (or rest)
3. unprotected machinery, poor lighting (or ventilation)
4. harsh, unhealthy
5. Lewis Hine
6. labor laws, social