Which of the following characterizes child labor in the 1800s? children who worked hard had the opportunity to get promoted. children performed physical labor after school each day. children performed physical labor for long hours each day. children had the opportunity to learn trade skills at work.

The correct answer is C. Children performed physical labor for long hours each day.

Explanation:

During the 19th century (the 1800s) the Industrial Revolution in Europe and others countries including the U.S. had already begun, which meant a drastic change in the economy of societies, the massive expansion of manufacturing and creation of multiple factories. This change in economy imply societies need massive workforce and because of this child labor raises, indeed many children were forced to work to help their families to survive and support industry. Additionally, during this historical period work conditions were not the best for all workers and in the case of children conditions were especially poor because they work for long hours (around 12 to 14 hours) just as adults but were paid less. Also, they had to performed physical tasks and could attend school. Therefore, the one that characterized child labor in the 1800s is " Children performed physical labor for long hours each day".