The Industrial Revolution of the 1900s

What were some of the advances in technology during the Industrial Revolution? Select all that apply.

• Creation of steel, chemicals, and electricity

• Invention of phones, laptops, and tablets

• Development of trains and cars

• Introduction of newspapers, radios, and telegraphs

What were the main products produced in the early factories of the United States?

• Textiles and clothing

• Electronics and appliances

• Automobiles and airplanes

• Food and beverages

Which transportation innovations played a significant role in the Industrial Revolution?

• Railroads, steamships, and canals

• Airplanes, helicopters, and submarines

• Bicycles, scooters, and skateboards

• Horse-drawn carriages and wagons

What types of goods were transitioned from being made at home to being made in factories?

• Soap, butter, and clothing

• Furniture, appliances, and electronics

• Books, newspapers, and magazines

• Artwork, sculptures, and pottery

Who invented the first moving assembly line for automobile production?

• Henry Ford

• Andrew Carnegie

• John D. Rockefeller

• Samuel Morse

Which industry did John D. Rockefeller control during the Industrial Revolution?

• Oil

• Steel

• Telecommunications

• Automobile

Who invented the telegraph machine?

• Samuel Morse

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Christopher Sholes

• Cornelius Vanderbilt

What was the main reason for the growth of cities in the early 1900s?

• Availability of jobs and higher wages

• Better healthcare facilities

• Lower cost of living

• Access to natural resources

What was the approximate percentage of the population living in cities by 1900?

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

What were some of the factors that caused people to immigrate to the United States during the Industrial Revolution?

• Availability of land and jobs

• Access to advanced technology

• Higher education opportunities

• Political stability in their home countries