- 1. London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew is a seminal work published in the mid-19th century, which provides an in-depth and detailed exploration of the lives, conditions, and struggles of the working class in Victorian London. Through extensive interviews with a wide range of laborers, from street vendors to coal porters and from match girls to chimney sweeps, Mayhew presents a vivid and often harrowing portrait of poverty and resilience. The book is not only a social document but also an artistic representation of the human spirit, highlighting the dignity and hardship of those who labor in the bustling metropolis. Mayhew's methodical approach to gathering firsthand accounts sheds light on the systemic issues of class disparity and the complex interplay between labor and society. His work is often regarded as a pioneering contribution to social journalism and serves as an important historical resource for understanding the socio-economic landscape of London during the industrial revolution.
Who was the author of 'London Labour and the London Poor'?
A) Charles Dickens
B) Henry Mayhew
C) Thomas Hardy
D) George Orwell
- 2. In what year was 'London Labour and the London Poor' first published?
A) 1870
B) 1865
C) 1851
D) 1845
- 3. What is the main focus of Mayhew's work?
A) Royalty in London
B) The lives of the poor in London
C) The history of London
D) Victorian literature
- 4. Which type of workers does Mayhew investigate in his writings?
A) Politicians
B) Bankers
C) The working class
D) Manufacturers
- 5. What socioeconomic issue does Mayhew address?
A) War impacts
B) Poverty
C) Education reform
D) Climate change
- 6. How many volumes does 'London Labour and the London Poor' have?
A) 2
B) 5
C) 6
D) 4
- 7. What method did Mayhew use to gather information for his book?
A) Interviews
B) Personal diaries
C) Surveys
D) Statistical analysis
- 8. Which of the following practices was common among the poor according to Mayhew?
A) Writing
B) Banking
C) Teaching
D) Hawking goods
- 9. Which of the following words best describes Mayhew's narrative style?
A) Persuasive
B) Descriptive
C) Concise
D) Abstract
- 10. What industry is significantly linked to the laborers Mayhew describes?
A) Education
B) Manufacturing
C) Banking
D) Street vending
- 11. What did Mayhew document about the children's work life?
A) Children were well-paid
B) Children only attended school
C) Children did not work
D) Many children worked in harsh conditions
- 12. Mayhew's work is considered a foundational text in which field?
A) Literature
B) Political science
C) Economics
D) Social history
- 13. Which other famous writer influenced Mayhew's style?
A) Thomas Hardy
B) George Eliot
C) Jane Austen
D) Charles Dickens
- 14. What genre does 'London Labour and the London Poor' belong to?
A) Biography
B) Fiction
C) Poetry
D) Non-fiction
- 15. Mayhew's work contributed to discussions about which reform?
A) Economic reform
B) Social reform
C) Artistic reform
D) Political reform
- 16. What type of imagery is prevalent in Mayhew's writings?
A) Vivid descriptions
B) Abstract concepts
C) Legal terminology
D) Scientific data
- 17. Mayhew is often credited with pioneering which type of journalism?
A) Cultural journalism
B) Political journalism
C) Investigative journalism
D) Sports journalism
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