Industrial Revolution

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The early Industrial Revolution workers faced all these conditions EXCEPT:

miserable working conditions

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dangerous working conditions

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minimal pay for long hours

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control over seasonal schedule

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control over seasonal schedule

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What was the most important source of power for the early Industrial Revolution?

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the steam engine

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The Industrial Revolution began in this country. Options: The United States, Great Britain, Germany, Russia

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Great Britain

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What natural resources gave Great Britain an advantage in the Industrial Revolution? Options: water and forests, wildlife and precious gems, coal and iron, good harbors

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coal and iron

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Which industry did the Industrial Revolution first take hold in Great Britain? Options:

textiles

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iron production

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agriculture

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transportation

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textiles

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What invention made possible the growth of railroads?

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the steam locomotive

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When could steam engines be made with stronger iron?

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When coal replaced wood for fuel.

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Which of the following was NOT true of poor urban neighborhoods?

• They were filled with overcrowded tenements.
• The living conditions were dirty and squalid.
• Most urbanites lived in factory-owned apartments.
• The incidence of diseases was increasing.

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Most urbanites lived in factory-owned apartments.

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Adam Smith's belief in laissez-faire economics.

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The government should not interfere with the economy.

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How did industrialization impact women?

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Many women entered the paid workplace.