Living Conditions and Rights Quick Check

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What is one way that the standard of living increased for middle-class people during the Industrial Revolution?(1 point)
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Many middle-class families began to sponsor charitable hospitals for the lower class.
Many middle-class families began to sponsor charitable hospitals for the lower class.

With more income and leisure time, middle-class families could afford to go to the theater and eat out at restaurants.
With more income and leisure time, middle-class families could afford to go to the theater and eat out at restaurants.

The families of the middle class could buy several sets of ready-made clothing for members of their families.
The families of the middle class could buy several sets of ready-made clothing for members of their families.

The middle class experienced an increase in their standard of living because they could purchase art collections.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

With more income and leisure time, middle-class families could afford to go to the theater and eat out at restaurants.

This option highlights how the Industrial Revolution led to increased income and leisure time, allowing middle-class families to enjoy cultural and social activities, thereby improving their standard of living.