Question

What was one drawback of the mill villages during the industrial era? (multiple choice)

Answer 1

Answer:

They left many workers in debt to their employers.

Explanation:

The mill villages were something that was found very remarkable during the 19th century industrial development in the area known as the Blackstone River Valley. The very first textile mill was successfully built in 1793 by Samuel Slater and he later employed over thirty staff and they were mostly children.

Company villages were built by mill owners who wanted to use that as a philanthropic means to earn the loyalty of their workers. The company established stores and other small businesses like Barber shops. These businesses were easily assessed by workers living in those villages but that also made the millhands to remain in debt to their employers.