Question

read the excerpt from \brother, can you spare a dime?\ what central idea of the song is reflected in these lines?
because of the industrial revolution, farming is no longer a reliable way to earn a living.
those who do not work hard enough will not be able to support themselves

Explanation:

The song "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?" reflects the impact of the Industrial Revolution on livelihoods. The line "Because of the Industrial Revolution, farming is no longer a reliable way to earn a living" aligns with the song's theme of how economic and industrial changes affected people's ability to make a living, especially as traditional occupations like farming became less viable due to industrialization. The other option about not working hard enough is inconsistent with the song's focus on systemic economic changes rather than individual work ethic.

Answer:

A. Because of the Industrial Revolution, farming is no longer a reliable way to earn a living.