Industrial Revolution in England

What is considered one of the most significant developments in human history?

• Scientific Revolution

• French Revolution

• Industrial Revolution

• Agricultural Revolution

In which century did European industrial production begin?

• 17th century

• 19th century

• 16th century

• 18th century

Who invented the flying shuttle, which increased the pace and productivity of weaving?

• Johann Friedrich Böttger

• Richard Arkwright

• James Hargreaves

• John Kay

What invention allowed a person to spin up to 120 bobbins of thread at once?

• Carding Machine

• Flying Shuttle

• Water Frame

• Spinning Jenny

Who promised the king of Saxony that he could figure out how to make porcelain?

• Richard Arkwright

• James Hargreaves

• John Kay

• Johann Friedrich Böttger

What was the primary source of power before the invention of steam engines?

• Water power

• Animal power

• Muscle power

• Wind power

Who launched a steam engine in 1776 that improved earlier models?

• Richard Arkwright

• John Kay

• Johann Friedrich Böttger

• James Watt

What was the term used to refer to people who owned factories, banks, and large tracts of land?

• Proletariat

• Middle Class

• Aristocracy

• Bourgeoisie

What was the term used to refer to the many factory and other workers who lacked tools or land to support themselves?

• Middle Class

• Proletariat

• Aristocracy

• Bourgeoisie

What did the French outlaw during the revolution that led to workers forming their own clubs to protect their interests?

• Guilds

• Factories

• Museums

• Chambers of Commerce