(APWH) 5.3 Industrial Revolution Begins

What factors contributed to and characterized industrialization in the period from 1750 to 1900?

• Technological advancements and urbanization

• Agricultural decline and isolation

• Decreased trade and rural expansion

• Feudalism and monarchy

During the early 18th century, what materials did most British families use to make their clothes?

• Wool and flax

• Cotton and silk

• Leather and fur

• Polyester and nylon

Who invented the spinning jenny in the 1760s?

Who was considered the father of the factory system?

In 1798, who created a system of interchangeable parts for manufacturing firearms for the U.S. military?

The impact of the spinning jenny and the water frame on textile production was:

• Increased production speed and efficiency

• Decreased production speed and efficiency

• No impact on production

• Made production more labor-intensive

What geographic advantages did Britain have that made it a leader in industrialization?

• Access to numerous rivers and canals for transportation

• Rich deposits of coal and iron ore

• A large number of colonies for raw materials

• All of the above

The significance of coal in Britain's industrialization was:

• It was a primary energy source for factories and transportation.

• It was used mainly for domestic heating purposes.

• It had no significant impact on industrialization.

• It was primarily exported to other countries.

Which areas in Britain became major coal mining regions during industrialization?

• The Midlands and South Wales

• London and the South East

• East Anglia and the South West

• Northern Ireland and Scotland

What resources did Britain access from its colonies?

• Spices and textiles

• Gold and silver

• Oil and gas

• Technology and machinery