The Industrial Revolution Flashcard

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When did the first Industrial Revolution take place in the United States?

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Early to mid-1800s

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What was a major characteristic of industrialization in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

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Rise of corporations and heavy industry

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Which war interrupted the Industrial Revolution in the 1860s?

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The Civil War

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Which of the following technologies was NOT mentioned as transforming the American economy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
Automobile, Telephone, Internet, Incandescent light bulb

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Internet

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What did the use of machines in agriculture lead to?

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More efficient production and reduced human labor