Question #N394
A large-scale shift in the American economy occurred during the late 19th century. Prior to the Industrial Revolution, most Americans worked in agriculture. However, the demand for industrial goods, such as textiles and steel, increased, and factories sprung up throughout the nation. This rapid industrialization led to the emergence of large cities and a mass migration of people from rural areas to urban centers. The Industrial Revolution transformed the United States into a nation of factory workers, and the country’s economy became more reliant on manufacturing. What is the purpose of the third sentence in the passage?
The third sentence in this passage primarily serves toCorrect Answer is: B
The third sentence describes the effects of the Industrial Revolution, specifically the emergence of large cities and a mass migration of people from rural areas to urban centers. The sentence serves as a transition from the second sentence, which describes the economic changes that led to the Industrial Revolution, to the fourth sentence, which describes the economic and societal consequences of the Industrial Revolution.