industrial revolution Flashcards
(23 cards)
When did the Industrial Revolution begin?
The Industrial Revolution began in the late 18th century, around the 1760s.
When did the Industrial Revolution end?
The Industrial Revolution is generally considered to have ended in the mid-19th century, around the 1840s.
True or False: The Industrial Revolution started in the United States.
False: The Industrial Revolution started in Great Britain.
What was a major technological innovation of the Industrial Revolution?
The steam engine was a major technological innovation.
Fill in the blank: The Industrial Revolution marked a shift from _____ to _____ production methods.
manual, automatic
Which industry was first transformed by the Industrial Revolution?
The textile industry was the first transformed.
What is the significance of the year 1784 in the context of the Industrial Revolution?
In 1784, the first factory was established in Great Britain.
Multiple choice: What was one of the main impacts of the Industrial Revolution on society? A) Decrease in population B) Urbanization C) Return to agrarian lifestyles
B) Urbanization
What role did the coal industry play during the Industrial Revolution?
The coal industry provided the necessary fuel for steam engines and factories.
True or False: The Industrial Revolution led to improved working conditions for all workers.
False: Many workers faced poor working conditions during this period.
What is the term used to describe the movement of people from rural areas to cities during the Industrial Revolution?
Urban migration or urbanization.
Fill in the blank: The Industrial Revolution is often associated with the rise of _____ economy.
capitalist
What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on child labor?
The Industrial Revolution increased the use of child labor in factories.
Multiple choice: Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Industrial Revolution? A) Increased production B) Decreased pollution C) Growth of cities
B) Decreased pollution
True or False: The Industrial Revolution had no effect on transportation.
False: It significantly improved transportation, including railroads and steamships.
What is the term for the system that vvalues private ownership and free markets, which emerged during the Industrial Revolution?
Capitalism.
Fill in the blank: The Industrial Revolution led to the development of _____, which are large-scale manufacturing facilities.
factories
What did the Luddites protest against during the Industrial Revolution?
The Luddites protested against the mechanization of jobs and loss of employment.
Which country was the first to undergo the Industrial Revolution?
Great Britain.
What role did railroads play in the Industrial Revolution?
Railroads facilitated faster transportation of goods and people.
What is one major social change that resulted from the Industrial Revolution?
The rise of the working and middle classes.
Multiple choice: Which of the following was a new source of power introduced during the Industrial Revolution? A) Wind power B) Solar power C) Electric power
C) Electric power
Fill in the blank: The Industrial Revolution contributed to the rise of _____ movements advocating for workers’ rights.
labor
