The most compelling reason for people to leave rural farms for dangerous, difficult work in industrial cities was increased job opportunities. The industrial revolution created a demand for labor in factories, which often drew rural inhabitants seeking better economic prospects, despite the challenges and hazards associated with urban industrial work.
Which of the following was the most compelling reason for people to leave rural farms for dangerous, difficult work in industrial cities?
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• higher populations
• increased job opportunities
• better living conditions
• more equal social status
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