Letter from a Factory Worker in the Industrial Revolution

Imagine you are a factory worker during the Industrial Revolution. You have moved from the countryside to the city in search of work. Write a letter to a family member or friend back home, describing your experiences and the changes you have witnessed. Use information from at least four of the provided topics to support your letter.

Question 1

Essay

Write a 400-500 word letter to a family member or friend, describing your life as a factory worker in the city. Include details about your working conditions, the role of women and children in the workforce, urbanization, and any changes in class structure you have observed. Use information from at least four of the provided topics to support your letter.

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