Theme 2: Impact Of Industrialisation Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the change in urban population between 1750 and 1900
A
In 1750 15% of people lived in towns, by 1900 80% did
2
Q
Define proletariat
A
The working class
3
Q
Define Bourgeoisie
A
The middle class
4
Q
Impact did the industrial revolution have on class structure?
A
It destroyed the division of clergy , nobility and commoners Created the working-class and the growth of the middle-class
5
Q
Why did Marx say that an industrial economy was worse for the working class and an agrarian one?
A
He said the working class could only rely on their labour,they didn’t have anything to offer industry
6
Q
Why did EP Thompson say an industrial economy was worse for the working class than an agrarian one?
A
It meant they had stricter work times and more rigourous rules to follow
