PRUEBA Flashcards
What was the Industrial Revolution?
A period of major industrialization that took place during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
When did the Industrial Revolution begin?
It began in the late 18th century, around the 1760s.
True or False: The Industrial Revolution started in France.
False: It started in Great Britain.
What was one major technological advancement during the Industrial Revolution?
The steam engine.
Fill in the blank: The Industrial Revolution led to the rise of ________ as a dominant economic system.
capitalism.
What agricultural innovation helped initiate the Industrial Revolution?
The Agricultural Revolution, which included crop rotation and selective breeding.
Which industry was the first to be transformed by the Industrial Revolution?
The textile industry.
What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on urbanization?
It led to a significant increase in urbanization as people moved to cities for work.
True or False: The Industrial Revolution resulted in better working conditions for all workers.
False: Many workers faced poor working conditions.
What role did the factory system play in the Industrial Revolution?
It centralized production in one location, increasing efficiency and output.
Which social class emerged as a result of the Industrial Revolution?
The industrial middle class, also known as the bourgeoisie.
What is one negative effect of the Industrial Revolution?
Environmental pollution and poor living conditions in urban areas.
Fill in the blank: The invention of the ________ allowed for faster transportation of goods.
railroad.
What was the significance of the Luddites during the Industrial Revolution?
They were a group of workers who protested against job losses due to mechanization.
Which country was the first to adopt industrialization after Great Britain?
Belgium.
True or False: The Industrial Revolution only affected the economy.
False: It also had significant social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
What was one of the main reasons for child labor during the Industrial Revolution?
The demand for cheap labor in factories.
What was the purpose of labor unions that formed during the Industrial Revolution?
To protect workers’ rights and improve working conditions.
Fill in the blank: The introduction of ________ machines revolutionized textile production.
mechanized.
What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on global trade?
It increased global trade due to improved transportation and production methods.
Which two inventions are credited with revolutionizing communication during the Industrial Revolution?
The telegraph and the telephone.
True or False: The Industrial Revolution had no impact on women’s roles in society.
False: It changed women’s roles, with many entering the workforce.
What was one major health issue caused by the Industrial Revolution?
Spread of diseases due to overcrowded living conditions.
Fill in the blank: The Industrial Revolution contributed to the rise of ________ as a political ideology.
socialism.
