Social Transformations During the Industrial Revolution

The video explores the Industrial Revolution's impact on society, focusing on technological advancements, wealth generation, and the emergence of distinct social classes. It highlights the proletariat's harsh living conditions and the bourgeoisie's rise, along with the resulting class consciousness. The video also examines changes in family structures, gender roles, and labor reforms, as well as the development of leisure culture and shifts in marriage practices.

What was a common feature of tenements where the proletariat lived?

• Poor ventilation and lack of indoor plumbing

• Private gardens for each family

• Spacious rooms with modern amenities

• High-quality construction materials

What was a significant social change brought about by the Industrial Revolution?

• The reduction of technological advancements

• The increase in agricultural jobs

• The emergence of self-conscious classes

• The decline of urban areas

How did the bourgeoisie differ from the proletariat in terms of work?

• They held management and professional jobs

• They were mostly unemployed

• They were primarily involved in manual labor

• They worked in factories alongside the proletariat

What was a common activity for the bourgeoisie to engage in?

• Joining philanthropic organizations

• Participating in manual labor

• Living in tenements

• Working in factories

What was the Cult of Domesticity?

• A movement advocating for women's rights

• A status symbol where women stayed home

• A trend of children working in factories

• A belief in the importance of extended family

Why did proletariat families have all members, including children, work?

• To maintain traditional family roles

• To follow government regulations

• To avoid urbanization

• To survive due to low wages

What was the purpose of the Factory Act of 1833?

• To increase working hours for children

• To ban all child labor

• To regulate child labor and schooling

• To provide free education for all

What was a key feature of the 10 Hours Act?

• It abolished child labor entirely

• It increased the workday to 14 hours

• It limited work hours to 10 per day

• It allowed children under 13 to work

What new leisure activity became popular during the Industrial Revolution?

• Horseback riding in rural areas

• Gardening in public parks

• Vaudeville theater performances

• Fishing in urban rivers

How did marriage ideals change during the Industrial Revolution?

• People stopped getting married

• People began marrying for love

• Marriages were arranged by the government

• Marriages were based solely on financial gain