Industrial Revolution Flashcard

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When did the Industrial Revolution take place?

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1750 - 1900's

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Where did the Industrial Revolution begin?

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England

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What were the three factors of production in England?

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Land, Labor, Capitol

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What was the main difference between rural and urban areas during the Industrial Revolution?

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Rural areas were countryside while urban areas were cities

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What were the two main natural resources in England during the Industrial Revolution?

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Coal and Iron ore

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What was the purpose of the Spinning Jenny invented by James Hargreaves?

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To quickly spin thread and save time

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Who invented the Steam Engine?

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James Watt

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What was the Steel Process invented by Henry Bessemer used for?

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To produce better and cheaper steel

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What was the main economic system used during the Industrial Revolution? Options: Socialism, Capitalism, Communism, Feudalism

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Capitalism

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How did no wars or political revolutions at home help spur the Industrial Revolution?

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Businesses felt they could invest without fears of outside forces destroying their work.