Industrial revolution Flashcards
industries of the revolution
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what was the industrial revolution?
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The empire had new technology and built factories and machines to help improve towns.
2
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when did the industrial revolution start?
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about 1760
3
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why did kids work adult jobs?
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Children were often preferred employees over adults. Instead of paying higher wages for adults to perform the same duties, children could be employed at a much cheaper rate.
4
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who started the industrial revolution?
A
Great britain
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