A Level History - America - Practice Exam

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Which age group was protected from working in dangerous conditions by the Wages and Hours Act?

Under 12 years of age
Under 14 years of age
Under 16 years of age
Under 18 years of age

The correct answer is: Under 18 years of age

The Wages and Hours Act, passed in 1938 as part of the Fair Labor Standards Act, aimed to set standards for minimum wage and working conditions, particularly to protect vulnerable populations, including the youth. Specifically, this legislation established regulations that prohibited individuals under the age of 18 from working in hazardous occupations, thereby acknowledging the need for greater protections for teenagers who might be exposed to dangerous working conditions that could harm their health and well-being. While children younger than 12 and 14 were also subject to certain regulations regarding work hours and conditions, it was the comprehensive protections for those under 18 that were emphasized in the Wages and Hours Act, reflecting a growing concern for the rights and safety of younger workers during this period.