Industrial Revolution

Industrial Revolution

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History

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The invention discussed in this article led directly to -

Back

rapid communication of information to distant locations

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The completion of the Erie Canal played a key role in which development?

Back

New York City becoming a vital commercial center with the country's busiest seaport

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did advancements in industrial technologies affect businesses during the late nineteenth century?

Back

By improving production methods and increasing competition

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which box lists some results of improved steamboat technology in the United States as of the mid-1830s?

Back

-The price of fares decreased. -The tourist industry developed. -The cost to transport goods decreased.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of these was an effect of the Industrial Revolution on U.S. women in the early nineteenth century?

Back

Women seeking work migrated from rural communities to cities.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which factor accounts for this trend?
Options:
- The Second Great Awakening motivated people to join reform movements.
- Manifest Destiny inspired many people to become homesteaders.
- Jacksonian Democracy allowed more people to vote in elections.
- The Industrial Revolution encouraged people to pursue jobs in cities.

Back

The Industrial Revolution encouraged people to pursue jobs in cities.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was one result of these regional differences?

Back

Immigrants settled in the Midwest to establish small farms.

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