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Industrial Revolution in Europe

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 3mins

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Class
Date
1.

Below are the Historical Contexts of the Industrial Revolution in Europe that were discussed about except

a)

transformation of production

b)

state-led industrialisation

c)

technological advancements

d)

None of the above

2.

When did the Industrial Revolution begin in Europe?

a)

Began in the late 16th century

b)

Began in the late 18th century

c)

Began in the late 19th century

d)

Began in the 2000s

3.

Which country is often considered the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution in Europe?

a)

France

b)

Russia

c)

Australia

d)

United Kingdom

4.

Which industry saw major transformations during the Industrial Revolution in Europe

a)

Textile industry

b)

Steam engine

c)

Printing press

d)

Agriculture

5.

What is the use of spinning jenny and where is it used?

i. Cotton processing factory

ii. Food processing factory

iii. To produce canned foods

iv. To produce yarns

a)

ii and iii

b)

iii and iv

c)

i and iv

d)

i and ii

6.

What is the influence of Industrial Revolution

a)

Increase the productivity

b)

Increase the opportunity of employment

c)

Improvise urban planning

d)

All the answers above

7.

Which mechanical engineer improvised the steam engine

a)

Thomas Savery

b)

James Hargreaves

c)

James Watt

d)

Thomas Newcomen

8.

Export trade in which products accounted for more than a quarter of British exports during the 18th century?

a)

Woolen goods

b)

Coal

c)

Iron and steel products

d)

Manufactured goods

9.

Why did the United Kingdom wanted to colonize other countries?

a)

Securing trade routes and create captive markets

b)

Obtain raw material for the development of their empire

c)

To spread cultural and religious values

d)

All of the above

10.

Below are the common labor conditions in the factory during the Industrial Revolution except

a)

12 to 16 working hours

b)

Injury compensation for the workers

c)

Overcrowded and unhygienic workplace

d)

Not receiving a living wage