Industrial Revolution Flashcards
How did changes in agriculture affect the industrial revolution?
- Without the Agricultural Revolution, the growing population of England would have starved, and the Industrial Revolution would have been stifled.
- In the long term increased use of machinery meant that fewer farm workers were needed. They left the land and went to the industrial towns of the north of England
What were the changes in industry due to?
These were due to many things, such as the increase in Britain’s trade, profit from the slave trade, new inventions in science and technology, and the agricultural revolution, which led to a larger population.
What were the changes in industry?
Advancements in textiles, steel, iron and coal. Steam engines where invented, which powered mines and factories. Mills were set up.
How were roads improved?
Turnpike trusts improved roads but would charge a toll. Soon these roads covered many routes, they were better as there was less mud and potholes.
How was shipping improved?
In the 1790’s there was canal fever and many canals were put down, so you could access places not near the sea or rivers.
How were railways improved?
There was railway mania in the 1840’s, when many railways were built. This had many effects including less unemployment, as people were employed in railways, time became synchronised in the UK, so trains could be on time everywhere. Fruit became part of the diet of townspeople, as fruit could be brought into the cities before it rotted.
What were the effects of changes in canals and roads?
Improved roads meant that it was quicker to transport goods. Building supplies meant that manufacturers could improve their supply of raw materials, and open up trade with other parts of the country.
What were the changes in agriculture?
There was the enclosure act, which meant that less people were needed to farm the land. Crop rotations were invented, to get the most out of the soil. The new ways of farming were also written about, to spread them.
