Industrial Revolution

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Until the 1800s, how did most families get the items they needed for daily life?

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They made items by hand in their homes.

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What had to occur before the Industrial Revolution could take place?

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The Agricultural Revolution

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How did the Agricultural Revolution impact farmers?

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New farming methods produced bigger harvests with less farmers.

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In the early 18th century, the Agricultural Revolution in Great Britain resulted in urbanization because

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displaced rural workers migrated to find jobs

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In which country did the Industrial Revolution begin? Options: The United States, England or Great Britain, France, Germany

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England or Great Britain

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Why was England being an island an advantage during the Industrial Revolution?

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England has many ports and rivers which allow easier worldwide trade.

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Which statement best describes a major reason that the Industrial Revolution began in Great Britain?

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Sufficient coal and iron ore reserves and a good transportation system were available.

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What product was first made using machines in factories? Options: Steel, textiles, locomotives, flying shuttles

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textiles

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Why did the invention of spinning and weaving machinery increase the number of workers in the textile industry in Europe?

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The demand for goods increased as goods became cheaper to produce.

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How did railroads impact the prices of goods & services?

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made them cheaper & easier to ship