Industrial Revolution Flashcards

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Industrial Revolutions

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There were two industrial revolutions.

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First Industrial Revolution location

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The first one was in Great Britain.

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Second Industrial Revolution location

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The second one was in the United States.

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Growth of American industry

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The discovery of steel made it possible for machines, bridges, and railroad tracks to be made.

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Impact of machines on textile industry

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Machines made it faster to produce clothing by spinning thread and making clothes.

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Reason for banning monopolies

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To prevent one person or company from taking over the industry and stopping others from selling that product.

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Migration from rural areas to cities

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There were more jobs available at the factories.

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Use of children in factories

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They were cheaper than adults and their little fingers were able to fix the machines.

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Treatment of children in factories

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Children were not treated well and worked long hours for very little pay in bad and dangerous conditions.