The Industrial Revolution: A Transformative Era

What was one of the primary drivers of the Industrial Revolution?

• Need for increased production and efficiency

• Desire for political change

• Expansion of the arts

• Religious movements

Which invention by James Watt revolutionized transportation and manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution?

(a)  

• Steam engine
• Electric motor

• Internal combustion engine

• Telegraph

What was a significant demographic shift caused by the Industrial Revolution?

Which industry saw significant mechanization with inventions like the spinning jenny and power loom?

• Textile industry

• Automobile industry

• Agricultural industry

• Construction industry

What was a negative consequence of urban growth during the Industrial Revolution?

• Overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions

• Improved public transportation

• Increased availability of jobs

• Better access to education