Important Dates/Times
When did the 1st Industrial Revolution carry out?
Double points for whoever guesses what year exactly
Mid-18th Century
1760
Is the 4th revolution still in the present day?
Yes. With all the acts of AI and the internet being used around the globe, it is unlikely that the 5th revolution will start soon.
What 3 gases were used for inventions in the second revolution?
Gasoline, oil, electricity
What Revolution lasted the longest?
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The first revolution
1760-1870
110 Years
Did the 1st revolution start in the USA?
No. It started mainly in Great Britan.
What type of inventions were focused on during the 2nd revolution?
When did the 3rd revolution start
The 1950's
Did child labor still exist by the 3rd revolution?
No. In 1938, near the end of the 2nd revolution, the US government passed a law called "The Fair Labor Standards Act" which restricted the employment and abuse of a child worker.
Television
Mobile devices
The internet
Personal computers
How long has it been since the 4th revolution start?
13 years ago
Were children working in factories during the child labor era paid the same amount as adults?
No. Despite being more valuable, they worked the same dangerous jobs as adults, but were not paid the same amount due to their younger age.
Name at least 2 benefits of the 4th revolution
AI work
Allows smart manufacturing
Increase in efficiency by AI
Increase in demand by better quality products