In the 19th century, education for many children, especially in rural areas, was very different from today. Schools were often small, one-room buildings, and children of various ages learned together. Teachers had limited resources, and textbooks were scarce. Many children had to work on farms or in factories, so their attendance at school was irregular. Formal education was often a luxury, not a right. Based on the text, what was a common challenge for education in the 19th century?
A) Schools were too large and modern.