History - Jane Addams of Hull House

To what extent do the conditions that Addams tried to improve still exist today?

Possible answers: immigrants and others still need the help of social services. The increase in the number of homeless people suggests that the services provided by Hull House are still urgently needed.

How is Addam's background similar to that of many nativists? How were her actions different?

Her ancestors were English Protestants. She was friendly and helpful toward immigrants.

How did Hull House and other settlement houses help immigrants adjust to life in America?

Hull House, as well as other settlement houses, helped immigrants meet their basic needs for housing, food, clothing, and medical care. In addition, settlement houses such as Hull House helped immigrants to learn the English language and American customs.

What did she intend to do after graduating from college?

become a doctor

How old was Addams when she opened Hull House?

twenty-nine