The First Industrial Revolution
Time Period
What was the most famous invention from this era
Cotton Gin
Canals
What became common places for children to work in
Factories, mines, and mills
When did the Industrial Revolution end
Mid 1840s
Why did it start in the United States
The US had a lot of resources
What was the negative impact the cotton gin caused
It increased the usage of slaves
What transportation system expanded at the start of the 1800s
Railroads
Who did children work alongside
Adults
Why was the impact of the Industrial Revolution good
It created more goods to sell domestically and internationally.
When did it begin in Ameirca
1790s
How did the cotton gin work
It separated the seeds out of cotton
What powered the factories
Water
What were the ages of the children
Some as young as 5
Typically between 8-14
How did technology improve
Machines became more reliable and were less likely to breakdown
Where was it
Mainly in the North East
To eliminate slavery
Name the power source rivers impacted
Water wheels
Why were children wanted in the factories
They were not too large for certain tasks and cheaper labor
How did it help transportation
Railraods improved
What determined the location of factories
Where resources such as water were located
Who invented the cotton gin
Eli Whitney
What allowed factories to be built anywhere
Steam engines
How many hours did children work a day
12-16 hours
What became more valuable
Skilled labor