Industrial Revolution 2 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the old system referred to as?

A

The cottage industry.

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2
Q

Where did peasants work?

A

Out of their own homes.

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3
Q

Who led the way in the industrial revolution?

A

Great Britain.

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4
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What is the first factor for Britain?

A

A large (unemployed) work force.

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5
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What did the 2nd agricultural revolution lead to?

A

Population growth in England.

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6
Q

How did farmers become unemployed and homeless?

A

Due to the new agricultural technology.

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7
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Why did farmers migrate to the cities?

A

In search of homes and jobs.

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8
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Even though farmers were not highly educated how did they get jobs?

A

They worked hard and they were easily trained.

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9
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What is factor #2 for Britain?

A

Geography.

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10
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What does water equal?

A

Easy transportation of goods.

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11
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Why were rivers important for Britain’s geography?

A

It could be turned into power, canals encouraged trade, and transporting goods was cheap and easy.

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12
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What two factors helped Britain geography enhance?

A

Rivers and ports.

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13
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What is factor #3 for Britain?

A

Abundant natural resources.

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14
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Why was coal burned?

A

To power steam engines.

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15
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What could iron be used for?

A

To build new machines (steamships and trains).

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16
Q

What 2 resources were good factors for Britain?

A

Coal and iron.

17
Q

What are entrepreneurs?

A

People who created and invested in businesses like mining, railroads, textile, etc.

18
Q

How young were some children who worked in the mines?

A

5

19
Q

What was factor #5 for Britain?

A

The birth of factories.

20
Q

During the birth of factories, what greatly increased?

A

Output or production.

21
Q

What got produced mainly during the birth of factories?

A

Tons of Inexpensive goods.

22
Q

What happened after a long period of time for workers?

A

Workers pay and benefit began to increase.