The SECOND Agricultural Revolution [AP Human Geo Review—Unit 5

The major driver of the 2nd Agricultural Revolutions was:

• Technological advancements in agriculture
• Government subsidies for farmers
• Increased labor force in agriculture
• Expansion of agricultural land

The main cause of the 2nd Industrial Revolution were:

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• The expansion of the textile industry
• The invention of the steam engine
• The rise of agricultural practices
• Advancements in technology, including electricity and the internal combustion engine.

Since the 1st Agricultural Revolution, people had been farming the same way for almost 12,000 years.

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• Farming methods changed every century.
• Agriculture was abandoned after 5,000 years.
• People stopped farming after the Industrial Revolution.
• The same way for almost 12,000 years.

The effect of the introduction of mechanization in agriculture resulted in:

• Increased labor costs for farmers.
• Decreased crop yields and quality.
• Reduction in the use of technology in farming.
• Increased efficiency and productivity in agriculture.

Select a main transportation improvements during the 2nd Industrial Revolution.

• Expansion of the railroad network
• Introduction of air travel
• Development of electric cars
• Invention of the steam engine

What did more and better food lead to?

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• Improved health and increased population growth.
• Decreased food quality and lower population density.
• Increased food waste and reduced health standards.
• Higher food prices and stagnant population levels.

The 2nd Industrial Revolution was critical in helping core countries advance into which stage of the DTM?

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• Stage 4 of the DTM
• Stage 1 of the DTM
• Stage 3 of the DTM
• Stage 2 of the DTM

What happened to farmers that were out of work due to mechanization?

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• Farmers were able to retire early and enjoy leisure time.
• Farmers received government subsidies to stay in farming.
• Farmers lost their jobs and had to find new employment opportunities.
• Farmers became wealthier due to increased productivity.