19th century Child Workers Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What was factory jobs like for children?
A
- Long hours and in very poor conditions
* Accidents were very common
2
Q
What did child workers who were ‘bearers’ do
A
They took coal away from the coal face
3
Q
What did child workers who were ‘trappers’ have to do?
A
Open and close the trap doors to let wagons through
4
Q
What jobs did they have in the farm?
A
- Labourers or as assistants to blacksmiths
* Grooms (look after the horses
5
Q
what did teenagers work as?
A
- Servants in large houses
* Maids or cooking assistants
