Wh 23 Flashcards
In what country did the Industrial Revolution begin?
Great Britain
before the industrial revolution life spans were short and most people did not live in cities
True
What is preforming specialized task at a factory called
Division of labor
The middle class decreased in size and power as a result of the industrial revolution
False
What type of organization began as a result of horrendous working conditions during the industrial revolution
Labor unions
Money to invest in labor
Capitol
individuals and private businesses own production
Capitalism
Person who starts a business
Entrepreneur
Richard arkwright
Water frame
Fredrick taylor
Division of labor
Guglielmo Marconi
Radio
Gottlieb Daimler
Redesigned internal combustion engine to run on gasoline
Karl benz
Patented first commercial successful automobile with internal combustion engine
Depression
Bottom of business cycle, massive unemployment
Collective bargaining
Ability of union representatives to negotiate with employers
Define and list 2 effects of the enclosure movement
wealthy land owners enclosed lots of formerly public land to commoners, Improved agricultural productivity, large farmers forced many small farmers to move to cities to find work
3 reasons why Great Britain was a leader in the industrial revolution
it started in britain, enclosure movement, many natural resources
describe the difference between a partnership and corporation
A partnership is when two or more entrepreneurs go into a business together, and they are both liable for the companies losses, where corporations are more stable and owned by shareholders
Difference between domestic and factory system
factory system focused on specialized large establishments, This system came with the industrial revolution, This replaced the domestic system, which called for individual people using hand tools or simple machinery to create products. While the domestic system had most people in rural areas, the factory system moved people to cities.
Working conditions during the Industrial Revolution (long)
Working conditions were generally harsh and cramped, many times toxic due to exposure of harsh chemicals, The hours were long, and many worked 12 hour days, conditions were unsafe and there were frequent accidents, many resulting in death and serious injuries, children also worked because they costed less to employ and were small making them good for certain jobs
