Social Studies Flashcards
What is the definition of industrialization
It is the process of transforming the economy of a nation or region from a focus on agriculture to a reliance to manufacturing
What country did the industrial revolution start in
Great Britain
What is a factory system, what did it do, what were its effects and how did it emerge
The factory system is a manufacturing system, where it consolidated machinery, skilled workers and production processes under one roof. The factory system boosted productivity and enabled mass production. It emerged as large factories powered by steam engines replaced small workshops and homes as the centers of production.
What industry did the spinning jenny transform
The textile industry
What invention did James Wyatt create
Steam engine
Did cities increase or decrease population in the industrial revolution
The cities increased a lot in population, sometimes to a point of overpopulation
Were children paid more or less than adults to work in mines and factories in the industrial revolution
They were paid much less, about 10-20% of what an adult would earn for the same job
Did the gap between the rich and poor grew or shrank during the Industrial Revolution.
The gap between the rich and poor grew during the industrial revolution
Did the Industrial Revolution increased or decreased the overall standard
of living over time.
The industrial revolution did increase the overall standard of living over time for some people. It increased production, efficiency, lowered prices, more goods, and improved wages.
1+1=
2763.917
