London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew
- 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) Henry Mayhew
B) Thomas Hardy
C) Charles Dickens
D) George Orwell
- 2. In what year was 'London Labour and the London Poor' first published?
A) 1845
B) 1865
C) 1870
D) 1851
- 3. What is the main focus of Mayhew's work?
A) The lives of the poor in London
B) The history of London
C) Royalty in London
D) Victorian literature
- 4. Which type of workers does Mayhew investigate in his writings?
A) The working class
B) Politicians
C) Bankers
D) Manufacturers
- 5. What socioeconomic issue does Mayhew address?
A) Climate change
B) Education reform
C) Poverty
D) War impacts
- 6. How many volumes does 'London Labour and the London Poor' have?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 2
D) 4
- 7. Which of the following words best describes Mayhew's narrative style?
A) Concise
B) Descriptive
C) Abstract
D) Persuasive
- 8. What type of imagery is prevalent in Mayhew's writings?
A) Vivid descriptions
B) Scientific data
C) Abstract concepts
D) Legal terminology
- 9. What method did Mayhew use to gather information for his book?
A) Personal diaries
B) Statistical analysis
C) Interviews
D) Surveys
- 10. What did Mayhew document about the children's work life?
A) Children did not work
B) Children only attended school
C) Many children worked in harsh conditions
D) Children were well-paid
- 11. Mayhew's work is considered a foundational text in which field?
A) Economics
B) Political science
C) Literature
D) Social history
- 12. Mayhew is often credited with pioneering which type of journalism?
A) Sports journalism
B) Political journalism
C) Investigative journalism
D) Cultural journalism
- 13. What genre does 'London Labour and the London Poor' belong to?
A) Non-fiction
B) Poetry
C) Fiction
D) Biography
- 14. Mayhew's work contributed to discussions about which reform?
A) Political reform
B) Economic reform
C) Artistic reform
D) Social reform
- 15. What industry is significantly linked to the laborers Mayhew describes?
A) Street vending
B) Manufacturing
C) Banking
D) Education
- 16. Which of the following practices was common among the poor according to Mayhew?
A) Writing
B) Hawking goods
C) Teaching
D) Banking
- 17. Which other famous writer influenced Mayhew's style?
A) George Eliot
B) Charles Dickens
C) Jane Austen
D) Thomas Hardy
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