CHALLENGE ACTIVITY Critical Thinking: Summarize Find the Constitution in your textbook

The Tenement House Act of 1901 attempted to address the spread of illness by reinforcing the need for better ventilation systems.

Explanation:

"Tenement House Act of 1901" was passed by New York State Legislature in the year 1901 to maintain some standards in building construction. Tenement House Act bans the poorly ventilated apartment buildings and houses without windows in the state of New York.

Under this law, the houses with proper ventilation systems, indoor toilets, fire safety system, open courtyard and outward facing windows are approved.

Safety, hygiene and comfort of the people were ensured by "Tenement House Act of 1901".