U3D1 - What was the Industrial Revolution?

What led people to move to cities during the Industrial Revolution?

• Increased agricultural production in cities.
• Government incentives for city living.
• Desire for a quieter rural lifestyle.
• Job opportunities in factories and industries.

Which of the following correctly states how coal and the steam engine revolutionized factories and production?

• Coal and the steam engine enabled factories to operate machinery more efficiently, leading to mass production and industrial growth.
• Coal was primarily used for heating homes, not factories.
• The steam engine was only used in transportation, not production.
• Factories relied solely on water power before the invention of coal.

Which of the following was NOT an issue regarding working conditions during the Industrial Revolution?

• Unsafe conditions

• Child labor

• Low wages

• Affordable room and board options

Which of the following was NOT a problem with living conditions during the Industrial Revolution?

• Cramped living spaces

• Lack of clean drinking water

• Rampant diseases like cholera, typhus, etc.

• Efficient plumbing and sewage systems