Which of the following was a primary function of settlement houses like Jane Addams' Hull House?
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Correct answer: Offering social services, education, and healthcare to the urban poor
Settlement houses were located in immigrant neighborhoods and aimed to ease the transition into American life. They provided English classes, childcare, and cultural programs to help the urban poor.
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