Industrial Revolution Quiz

What was an impact of urbanization during the Industrial Revolution in Europe?

• Education and medical care became widely available to the lower class

• Housing was rapidly built for the growing workforce in cities, often leading to unsafe living conditions

Which of the following is NOT an example of applied science used by German industrialists?

• Research and development

• Continuing to make some products in the home

Why did the Japanese government sell factories to the zaibatsu during industrialization?

• Japan aimed to avoid foreign debt from spending on reforms.

• Foreign sanctions forced Japan to sell the factories.

The Industrial Revolution began in England for all the following reasons EXCEPT:

• It had a gov't that fostered a business-friendly climate

• It was an island-nation, making it safe from foreign invasion

Why was the Agricultural Revolution necessary for the Industrial Revolution?

• Increased food supply allowed for a larger population of urban workers

• The use of agricultural technology in manufacturing industries

Which was NOT an impact of employing lower-class women and children during the Industrial Revolution?

• Women and children gained more rights as they were allowed to form unions across all industries which led to safer working conditions

• Access to education was almost nonexistent for lower class women and children during the time period

Which industry was the first to benefit from industrialization?

• Textiles

• Steel

Which of the following is NOT true about social class during the Industrial Revolution?

• Women from middle-class families typically were homemakers

• Families that owned businesses had higher pay and larger homes

What was the main reason for moving to cities during the Industrial Revolution?

• Avoid countryside plagues

• To find factory jobs

Which philosopher believed in creating a classless society where wealth/power is shared?

• Adam Smith

• Karl Marx