Historical development. As an organized movement, trade unionism (also called organized labour) originated in the 19th century in Great Britain, continental Europe, and the United States. In many countries trade unionism is synonymous with the term labour movement.
Q. What did 19th century socialists argue?
Many 19th-Century socialists rejected the argument that the wealthy deserve their wealth because they have created it, instead believing that wealth is created by the working classes and wrongfully appropriated by the rich who benefit disproportionately from their underpaid labor.
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- Q. What did 19th century socialists argue?
- Q. What was the main cause of urbanization that occurred in the 19th century?
- Q. What is the difference between laissez faire capitalists and communists?
- Q. Which area of the US was most affected by urbanization?
- Q. What are the benefits of living in a suburb?
- Q. What are some advantages and disadvantages of living in a suburban area?
Q. What was the main cause of urbanization that occurred in the 19th century?
One important result of industrialization and immigration was the growth of cities, a process known as urbanization. Commonly, factories were located near urban areas. These businesses attracted immigrants and people moving from rural areas who were looking for employment. Cities grew at a rapid rate as a result.
Q. What is the difference between laissez faire capitalists and communists?
In the 19th century, what were some of the main differences between the beliefs of laissez-faire capitalists and communists? L-F capitalists believed in a free market that where the government controls. Communists: All land, miners, factories, railroads, businesses should be owned by the people. NO private property.
Q. Which area of the US was most affected by urbanization?
The Western U.S. is the most urbanized part of the country today, followed closely by the Northeastern United States. The Southern U.S. experienced rapid industrialization after World War II, and is now over three-quarters urban, having almost the same urban percentage in 2010 as the Midwestern United States.
Q. What are the benefits of living in a suburb?
Advantages of Living in the Suburbs
- Affordability. In the suburbs buying a house or renting an apartment is usually cheaper than in the city.
- More Space. One of the main reasons people move to the suburbs is because they need more space.
- Better Education.
- Nature & Community.
- Healthier Lifestyle.
- Disadvantages of Living in the Suburbs.
Q. What are some advantages and disadvantages of living in a suburban area?
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Suburban and Urban Areas
- houses really close together or attached.
- noise.
- have to commute to work.
- not much space.
- houses can be made from cheap materials (i.e. stucko/concrete)
- have to drive slow.
- have to drive everywhere.
- no close public places.
