Industrial Revolution Flashcard v2

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In which country did the (First) Industrial Revolution begin?

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England

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Which of the following was used to power the First Industrial Revolution? Wind power (turbines), Solar power (photovoltaics), Steam power (coal)

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Steam power (coal)

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Which material replaced iron for manufacturing during the Second Industrial Revolution? Options: Aluminum, Copper, Steel

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Steel

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Which industry was the first to be changed by industrialization?

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Textile industry

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Which country became the leading industrial nation during the Second Industrial Revolution?

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United States

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New technologies in the steel industry in the late 1800s led to increased productivity in which industry?

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Construction industry

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Collective bargaining is the

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idea that workers acting together have a greater chance of success in negotiating with management.

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What is a legal arrangement grouping together many companies under one board of directors?

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Trust

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What is an organization of workers formed to protect the rights and interests of its members?

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Union

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What is a business owned by shareholders who bought stock?

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Corporation