Consequences of the Industrial Revolution

The video discusses the social effects of the Industrial Revolution, focusing on rapid urbanization, poor living conditions, health issues, crime, and harsh working conditions. It highlights the lack of sanitation and safety codes, leading to disease spread and increased crime. The video also covers child labor and the inadequate laws protecting children in factories.

What is the purpose of creating a web organizer in the context of this video?

• To list important figures of the Industrial Revolution

• To create a timeline of historical events

• To organize notes on the social effects discussed

• To summarize the causes of the Industrial Revolution

What was a major consequence of rapid urbanization in England during the Industrial Revolution?

• Decrease in population density

• Overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions

• Development of modern architecture

• Improved public transportation

Which disease accounted for one-third of all deaths in England between 1800 and 1850?

• Cholera

• Typhus

• Tuberculosis

• Smallpox

What was a significant health issue caused by pollution during the Industrial Revolution?

• Decrease in respiratory diseases

• Spread of the bubonic plague

• Rise in rickets among children

• Increase in malaria cases

Why did crime rates increase in cities during the Industrial Revolution?

• Lack of entertainment options

• Insufficient police presence

• Overabundance of wealth

• Strict law enforcement

What was a common feature of tenement living during the Industrial Revolution?

• Private gardens for each family

• Multiple families sharing a single room

• Spacious apartments with modern amenities

• Central heating systems

What were 'hot beds' in the context of industrial work life?

• Beds used exclusively by children

• Beds reserved for factory owners

• Beds shared by workers on different shifts

• Beds that were heated for comfort

At what age were children legally allowed to work in England during the 1830s?

• 18 years old

• 15 years old

• 9 years old

• Under 5 years old

Why were orphans often employed in factories during the Industrial Revolution?

• They were considered more skilled

• They were seen as the factory owner's responsibility

• They had better health than adults

• They required no wages

What was a common risk for children working in factories during the Industrial Revolution?

• Access to health insurance

• Exposure to advanced education

• Opportunities for career advancement

• Injuries from unsafe machinery