Industrial revolution 1
This refined form of iron became an important building material, and it was made easier to produce by the Bessemer process
Steel
What happened to the production of food as a result of the industrial revolution?
It increased
Which of the following did NOT improve as an early result of the Industrial Revolution?
factory working conditions
the quality of clothing
the average person's diet
transportation
This important fuel source powered early engines.
coal
Which of the following was the first area to undergo major industrialization?
banking
railroads
coal mining
textile production
Which of the following did NOT increase as an early result of the Industrial Revolution?
urbanization
the size of the middle class
the length of the average work day
the life expectancy of the average worker
These three factors were the reason Britain was the first country to industrialize.
Capital, Coal or resources of coal and iron and labour force.
The new factories helped increase production and efficiency. What is something these factories hurt?
The environment.
Which natural resource was England abundant in?
Coal
Who defended the free-market system of capitalism in the book, The Wealth of Nations?
Adam Smith
With which of the following is Karl Marx most closely associated?
Communism
Roughly what years are a part of the industrial revolution (time period in years)
1750-1850
Why did education become a focal point in English society during the Industrial Revolution?
They needed educated individuals to operate/work on the new inventions in their factories.
How did landowners and aristocrats view wealthy members of the middle class?
Looked down upon
What economic system uses the laissez-faire policy that let owners of industry set working conditions without government interference?
Capitalism
In a capitalist society businesses are controlled and owned by whom?
Private
What is the name for the voluntary associations of workers seeking labor reforms?
Unions
How did the Industrial Revolution affect cities?
It made the population grow faster than the housing supply.
Which social class grew during the industrial revolution?
Middle Class
What is a key idea in the free-market system? Think of governments hand in business.
government should not interfere in economic matters
What is Urbanization?
the population shift from rural to urban areas
This medical theory discovered during the industrial revolution led to people living healthier lives.
Germ theory
What impact did technological advances have on industry?
Production of goods was increased.
Who invented the term horsepower as a way to sell engines?
James Watt
In a Communist society who owns or controls all industry?
The Government