Industrial Revolution Quiz

Which of the following were major effects of the Industrial Revolution on landscapes? Choose all that apply.

• Growth of urban areas

• Widespread deforestation

• Creation of protected national parks

• Increase in factories and smokestacks

Which innovation was essential in powering the early Industrial Revolution?

• Printing press

• Steam engine

• Electric motor

• Compass

What were some long-term impacts of the Industrial Revolution? Choose all that apply.

• Environmental pollution

• Increased global trade

• Decline in technology

• Rise of industrial capitalism

What was the main source of energy that replaced human and animal power during industrialisation?

• Coal

• Oil

• Solar

• Water

How did transport improve during the Industrial Revolution? Choose all that apply.

• Steam locomotives were introduced

• Roads became paved and maintained

• Canals were built for shipping goods

• Cars replaced horses entirely

Which of the following best describe working conditions for children in factories? Choose all that apply.

• Long working hours

• Access to education

• Low pay

• Dangerous environments

Why did the Industrial Revolution begin in Britain? Choose all that apply.

• Strong military power

• Access to coal and iron

• Large supply of cheap labour

• Wealthy middle class with capital to invest

Which of the following statements about population movement during the Industrial Revolution is true?

• Most people moved from cities to farms

• Rural populations remained stable

• Urbanisation increased rapidly

• People migrated to Antarctica

The Agricultural Revolution contributed to the Industrial Revolution by: Choose all that apply.

• Creating food surpluses

• Encouraging more farmers to stay on the land

• Freeing up workers for factories

• Introducing new farming techniques

What changes occurred in communication during the Industrial Revolution? Choose all that apply.

• Invention of the telegraph

• Development of email

• Faster news distribution

• Use of Morse code