Industrial Revolution Quiz

What is considered a turning point in world history?

• The first moon landing

• The discovery of fire

• The invention of the wheel

• The Industrial Revolution

Which revolution is an early changing point in history?

• The Neolithic Revolution

• The Russian Revolution

• The American Revolution

• The French Revolution

What era is generally associated with the start of the Industrial Revolution?

• 1917

• 1820s-1830s

• 1492

• 1600s

Which country is considered the home of the Industrial Revolution?

• France

• Great Britain

• Germany

• United States

What major change did the Industrial Revolution bring about?

• Global peace

• The end of agriculture

• Urbanization and mechanization

• Decentralization of production

What was a key factor in Great Britain's ability to industrialize?

• Poor trade routes

• Isolationism

• Lack of natural resources

• The Agrarian Revolution

What is one major effect of the Industrial Revolution?

• Decrease in urban populations

• Mass production of goods

• Reduction in technological advancements

• Decrease in global trade

What economic model did Adam Smith advocate for during the Industrial Revolution?

• Feudalism

• Communism

• Laissez-faire economics

• Mercantilism

What was a negative effect of the Industrial Revolution?

• Improved working conditions

• Shorter workdays

• Decrease in child labor

• Poor working conditions

What contributed to the growth of imperialism during the Industrial Revolution?

• Need for raw materials and new markets

• Lack of technological advancements

• Global peace agreements

• Decrease in production