AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt
The Lowell mills are historically notable for
A.employing young women in factory labor
B.using enslaved labor
C.producing steel
D.printing cotton currency
Explanation
Core Concept
The 'mill girls' of Lowell, Massachusetts worked textile machines under strict supervision — early industrial labor that previewed factory conditions nationwide.
Correct Answer
Aemploying young women in factory labor
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