WH U5 L2 The Industrial Revolution II

What marks the Industrial Revolution as the most radical period in human history?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The complete transformation of almost every aspect of human life

• The discovery of new continents

• The invention of the internet

Before the Industrial Revolution, what was the primary source of labor?

• Steam engines

• Robots

• Hands or animals

• Electric machines

Why did the Industrial Revolution not happen in ancient civilizations?

• Lack of interest

• Slave-based economy and existing means of production

• Lack of technology

• Too much war

What rekindled the fire of reason and rationale leading to the Industrial Revolution?

• The fall of the Roman Empire

• The discovery of the New World

• The Arabic translations of ancient Greek literature

• The invention of the printing press

What was a major factor that allowed for a burst of creativity and innovation during the Industrial Revolution?

• Global peace

• The Black Death

• Europe getting richer from their colonies

• The invention of the wheel

Which country was home to various textile businesses during the Industrial Revolution?

• Britain

• China

• Egypt

• India

What major social change occurred during the 18th century due to the Industrial Revolution?

• The end of monarchies

• The beginning of space exploration

• Dramatic changes in family structures

• The invention of democracy

What was a direct result of urbanization during the Industrial Revolution?

• Rise of banks and labor unions

• Decrease in population

• Decrease in trade

• Global cooling

How did the Industrial Revolution create an asymmetry in global politics?

• By encouraging democratic governance

• By promoting peace

• By reducing trade barriers

• By increasing the status of workplace jobs at home and distributing the worst work offshore

What was a significant impact of colonial rule in South Africa?

• 70 years of war following British arrival

• Technological innovation

• Economic prosperity

• Environmental conservation