L4 - Transport and Mass Production

Which Industrial revolution transportation innovation originally halved the cost of coal?

• Canals

• Trains

• Cars

• Horse and Cart

The development of Steam Powered Locomotives increased demand for which raw material?

• Iron

• Coal

• Petrolium

• Nickel

Transportation improvements focused on...

• Getting raw materials and good to market faster and in larger quantities.

• Allowing passengers to travel freely throughout Great Britain

• Stimulating the economy during the recession.

• Ensuring Raw Materials were not wasted or lost during transportation.

Which car manufacturer produced the first Petrol Powered Car?

• Mercedes-Benz

• Ford

• Toyota

• Porsche

Why were internal combustion engines preferred to steam engines for cars?

• They were smaller and lighter

• They were safer and more reliable

• They could be started immediately

• They were more energy efficient

• All of the above

What was a key social benefit of Factories during the industrial revolution? (select 2)

• The overall standard of living improved, and salaries increased.

• They reduced the cost of everyday products.

• They provided warm, safe working environments

• They benefited the community by providing local centres and equipment for adults and children to enjoy.

Richard Arkwright is said to be the brains behind the growth of factories. Why? (select 2)

• He centralised the workforce around the factories.

• He invented the majority of factory machinery.

• He was the first to convert from water to steam power

• He built the first factory in Cromford, England.

Which was prioritised in Factory manufacturing?

• Quality

• Quantity

What is Mass Production?

• The production of large quantities of a standardised item by an automated mechanical process.

• The production of quality, unique items by a small skilled team.

• The production of large quantities of a standardised item using a mixture of hand crafted details and machines.

Who perfected the Assembly Line?

• Henry Ford

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Victor Benz

• Lorenzo Ferrari