Question

drawing conclusions from sources
think about the information in the sources.
why did the lowell mill girls want to strike? choose two correct answers.
there were famines causing shortages.
there was a lack of women in the workforce.
they were not allowed to speak publicly.
the working conditions were harsh.
there was a decrease in wages.

Explanation:

The Lowell Mill Girls went on strike due to difficult working conditions like long hours and poor - quality environments, and also because of wage cuts. Famines causing shortages were not a direct reason for their strike. A lack of women in the workforce would not prompt a strike as they were already employed. And not being allowed to speak publicly was not a main reason for their strike.

Answer:

• The working conditions were harsh.
• There was a decrease in wages.