Industrial Revolution Flashcard

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What was the Industrial Revolution?

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A period of major industrialization during the late 18th and early 19th centuries that transformed economies from agrarian to industrial.

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What role did factories play in the Industrial Revolution?

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Factories concentrated production and improved efficiency, allowing for mass production of goods.

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What is urbanization?

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The process of people moving from rural areas to cities, often in search of jobs.

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What is the middle class?

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The social class between the working class and the upper class, often consisting of professionals and business people.

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What are push factors?

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Reasons that drive people to leave their current location, such as lack of jobs or natural disasters.

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What are pull factors?

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Reasons that attract people to a new location, such as job opportunities or better living conditions.

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Why were children employed during the Industrial Revolution?

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Children were often hired because they could be paid less and fit into small spaces in factories.

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What is mass production?

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The process of producing large quantities of goods efficiently, often using assembly lines.

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What impact did the Industrial Revolution have on transportation?

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It led to the development of railroads and steamships, making transportation faster and more efficient.

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What is the significance of the steam engine?

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The steam engine was a key invention that powered factories, trains, and ships, revolutionizing transportation and industry.