Question

Due to urbanization that occurred during the Industrial Revolution,

A.people tended to stay in one place instead of migrating
B.factory workers could live outside the city and work in the city
C.cities were overcrowded and diseased spread more rapidly
D.many workers went back to farms, seeking improved working conditions

Answer 1

Due to urbanization that occurred during the Industrial Revolution, cities were overcrowded and diseases spread more rapidly.

Option: (C)

Explanation:

• The process of urbanization gained pace with the advent of the Industrial Revolution. People started moving to industrial areas and began building large settlements nearby the industrial areas.
• The growth of settlements and the presence of industries resulted in increased environmental pollution which eventually culminated in rapid development and spread of diseases.