9. Industrial Revolution Flashcards
What were the key aspects of the Industrial Revolution?
Urbanization, factory production, decline of guilds, global spread, advancements in farming, textile industry, iron industry, and increased demand for coal and iron.
What were the key inventions during the Industrial Revolution?
Sewing machine, steam engine, steamboat, train line, electricity, steel, new materials, military technology, and communication devices.
What factors contributed to the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution?
Relative peace, abundant natural resources, support from wealthy patrons, and advancements in British agriculture.
How did the Industrial Revolution impact society?
Shift towards urbanization, changes in production methods, decline of traditional craftsmanship, increased consumerism, and emergence of corporations and monopolies.
What were the effects of the Industrial Revolution on the textile industry?
Introduction of factory production, invention of textile machines, increased production capacity, and the rise of British textiles as a major global industry.
What led to the decline of serfdom during the Industrial Revolution?
Advancements in farming technology and the reduced need for farm workers due to machine usage.
How did the demand for coal and iron increase during the Industrial Revolution?
The widespread use of steam engines, machinery, and construction of infrastructure such as railways and ships.
What role did Henry Bessemer play in the Industrial Revolution?
He developed a cost-effective steel production process, which revolutionized the iron industry.
How did the Industrial Revolution impact transportation and trade?
Introduction of steamboats and train lines facilitated faster transportation, longer trade routes, and advancements in telecommunication.
What were the consequences of costly inventions during the Industrial
The rise of corporations, formation of monopolies, and the selling of shares of stock to raise capital.
When did the Industrial Revolution take place?
Late 18th century.
What were the main changes brought by the Industrial Revolution?
Shift towards urbanization and industrialization.
What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on traditional craftsmanship?
Decline in the popularity of guilds.
Where did the Industrial Revolution originate?
Britain.
What were the advancements in farming during the Industrial Revolution?
Improved machines and better plows.
