Which of the following is true of family life during the industrial revolution?
A) Family life was legally defined to include three generations of relatives.
B) Family life grew to include extended family members, like cousins, aunts, and uncles.
C) Family life was defined in terms of the nuclear unit of mother, father, and children.
D) Family life shrank to include only one child per family.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Family life during the industrial revolution was defined as the nuclear unit consisting of parents and their children. The shift from the agrarian society to an urbanized and industrialized society led to smaller family sizes and a greater focus on the immediate family unit. The extended family structure was not as prevalent during this time.

Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

Which of the Following Is True of Family Life During