The Industrial Revolution: Crash Course European History #24

What year is considered as the starting point in the discussion of the Industrial Revolution?

• 1720

• 1220

• 1820

• 1520

Who increased the pace and productivity of weaving with his invention?

• James Watt

• James Hargreaves

• John Kay

• Richard Arkwright

How did the Industrial Revolution impact European population growth?

• Population decreased

• Population stayed the same

• Population grew

• Population moved to Asia

What was the spinning jenny?

• A water-powered device

• A steam engine

• A machine for spinning multiple bobbins

• A type of cotton

What was the main source of power for early industrial factories?

• Electricity

• Wind

• Water

• Steam

What was a major consequence of the Industrial Revolution in terms of employment?

• Most people were unemployed

• Most people worked in agriculture

• Most people worked in factories

• Most people worked in shops

What was one consequence of industrialization on working conditions?

• Improved safety measures

• Decreased working hours

• Increased labor cost

• High risk of accidents

Who launched a more efficient steam engine in 1776?

• John Kay

• James Hargreaves

• James Watt

• Richard Arkwright

What was the primary role of the bourgeoisie?

• Artisans

• Owners of factories and banks

• Farmers

• Factory workers

What did children often work as in factories?

• Managers

• Unpaid labor

• Engineers

• Supervisors