Industrial Revolution and Societal Changes Assessment

What was one of the main reasons for the decline of the cottage industry during the Industrial Revolution?

• Increased demand for handmade goods

• Competition from mass-produced factory goods

• Higher wages for home-based workers

• Government regulations against factories

Which philosopher wrote "The Communist Manifesto" and criticized the capitalist system?

• John Locke

• Adam Smith

• Karl Marx

• Thomas Hobbes

What economic philosophy, advocated by Adam Smith, promoted minimal government intervention in the economy?

• Mercantilism

• Communism

• Socialism

• Laissez-faire capitalism

Which industry was among the first to become mechanized during the Industrial Revolution?

• Textile manufacturing

• Automobile production

• Steel manufacturing

• Glass making

How did urbanization during the Industrial Revolution affect living conditions in cities?

• Cities became less crowded

• Housing conditions improved immediately

• Overcrowding led to poor sanitation and disease

• Rural areas became more populated

What was a primary reason for the development of the middle class during the Industrial Revolution?

• Decreased factory production

• New professional and management positions

• Government welfare programs

• Decline in urban populations

Which natural resources were the primary drivers of industrial growth?

• Gold and silver

• Coal and iron

• Copper and tin

• Oil and natural gas

What was a common characteristic of factory work during the Industrial Revolution?

• Short working hours

• Long working hours

• High wages

• Safe working conditions

How did mass production in factories change manufacturing?

• It decreased overall production output

• It increased the cost of goods

• It made goods more expensive

• It standardized products and increased efficiency

What was a major impact of rapid urban growth during the Industrial Revolution?

• Immediate improvement in city infrastructure

• Decreased pollution levels

• Strain on housing and public services

• Reduced employment opportunities