Question

question 6 of 10
read this passage from a historical narrative about the industrial revolution:

during the industrial revolution, many governments
adopted an economic system called capitalism. in this
system, governments allowed businesses to operate as
freely as possible. capitalism led to economic growth in
many countries and helped a small number of people
become very wealthy. however, the system could be harsh
for poor workers, who often worked long hours in unsafe
conditions just to make enough money to eat. as a result,
some workers turned against capitalism and demanded
that their governments take more control over their
economies.

which statement best describes the passages main idea?

a. capitalism was mostly a cause of problems during the industrial
revolution, which led to its eventual collapse.

b. capitalism was beneficial for some people during the industrial
revolution, but others opposed the system.

c. capitalism became the favored economic system for many
countries during the industrial revolution.

d. capitalism was helpful to countries during the industrial
revolution, but became a problem after the revolution ended.

Explanation:

The passage states capitalism led to economic growth and wealth for a small group (benefits) but harsh conditions for poor workers, causing some to oppose it. Option B captures both the benefits for some and opposition from others, which matches the main idea. Other options are incomplete: A overstates problems and mentions collapse (not in text); C only notes adoption (missing downsides); D incorrectly says issues arose post-revolution.

Answer:

B. Capitalism was beneficial for some people during the Industrial Revolution, but others opposed the system.