Industrial Revolution

An economy where you can start your own business and choose your employees is an example of

• capitalism

• socialism

• democracy

• communism

The government passing laws that support workers rights, such as higher wages, shorter hours, better working conditions and the right to unionize are all examples of

• communism

• democracy

• capitalism

• socialism

Which of the following was NOT a reason that the Industrial Revolution started in Britain?

• Iron deposits

• Coal deposits

• A big railroad network

• Rivers/Harbors

Which of the following industries was the most important for the Industrial Revolution in Britain?

• Banking Industry

• Textile Industry

• Rifle Industry

• Tea Industry

Which of the following was NOT a cause of the Industrial Revolution taking off in Britain?

• Abundant natural resources

• An agricultural revolution

• The wide use of the steam engine

• Children entering the workforce

Which country did the Industrial Revolution begin?

• England

• Germany

• France

• United States

Which of the following was NOT an effect of the Industrial Revolution?

• Inadequate (unhealthy and unsafe) housing

• Long work days for low wages

• Child labor

• Middle class shrank

The youngest kids to work during the Industrial Revolution were

• 3

• 6

• 10

• 15

How did the Industrial Revolution impact the environment?

• All types of pollution got much worse

• Air quality stayed good, but water pollution got worse

• Water quality stay good, but air pollution got much worse

• It helped limit pollution of all types

How did the Industrial Revolution affect education?

• Lead to less opportunities for students in school

• Opportunities for students stayed about the same

• Lead to greater opportunities for students in school