What major urban problem did he solve?

• A. Access to Greenspace
• B. Labor shortages
• C. Water contamination
• D. Housing density

Answer: (A)

The major urban problem being addressed is lack of accessible greenspace for city residents. Frederick Law Olmsted helped prove that public parks could bring nature, recreation, and health benefits into dense urban areas by designing iconic green spaces like Central Park and park systems in many cities. This shift made nature and leisure accessible to people of all classes, improving daily life in crowded tenements and contributing to social cohesion. While cities also grappled with issues like labor shortages, water contamination, and housing density, Olmsted’s lasting impact is the park movement that opened urban life to more people through accessible greenspace.