QZZ: What Was the Industrial Revolution?

What was a key characteristic of the First Industrial Revolution in Britain?

• The invention of the airplane

• The decline of the textile industry

• The development of large machinery for manufacturing

• The use of solar power

Which invention revolutionized communication during the Industrial Revolution?

• The printing press

• The telegraph

• The radio

• The television

What was a major issue faced by factory workers during the Industrial Revolution?

• High wages

• Excessive vacation time

• Short working hours

• Dangerous working conditions

What was a significant impact of the Industrial Revolution on cities?

• Abundance of green spaces

• Overcrowding and pollution

• Improved sanitation

• Decrease in population

Which group was most affected by child labor during the Industrial Revolution?

• College students

• Teenagers

• Elderly workers

• Children

What was a common consequence for workers in factories during the Industrial Revolution?

• Access to free education

• Frequent promotions

• Increased leisure time

• Injuries and illnesses

How did the Industrial Revolution impact modern society?

• It brought about significant societal changes

• It led to the decline of technology

• It had no lasting effects

• It only affected the textile industry

Which describes an urban area?

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How did the Industrial Revolution primarily impact urban areas?

• Decreased population due to migration to rural areas

• Increased pollution and overcrowding

• Improved living conditions for all residents

• Reduced the need for manual labor

This picture shows which problem of the factory system in Great Britain? Choose the BEST answer.

• Unsafe working conditions

• Unfair wages for women

• Urbanization

• Child Labor