Industrial Revolution - Practice Test - Unit 3

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In which country did the Industrial Revolution begin?

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England

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What product was first made using machines in factories? Options: steel, textiles, locomotives, flying shuttles

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textiles

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Which of the following was NOT associated with early factory working conditions? Low wages, Dangerous working conditions, Widespread pollution

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Safe working conditions

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What is the movement from rural to urban areas called?

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urbanization

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Why did people move to the cities during the Industrial revolution?

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Jobs in factories

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What had to occur before the Industrial Revolution could take place? Options: The Economic Revolution, The Glorious Revolution, The Agricultural Revolution, The French Revolution

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The Agricultural Revolution

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The system in which the government owns and controls the means of production, such as mines and factories, is called?

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socialism

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What impact did the Agricultural Revolution have on the population of England?

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The population increased dramatically

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What was the purpose of labor unions?

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Negotiate as a group for better working conditions

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Why were railroads so important during this time?

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They moved goods more quickly and less expensively over greater distances