Lessons From A Long Century

The video discusses a book that redefines the 20th century, starting from 1870 due to significant technological advancements. It highlights the economic changes and key figures like John Stuart Mill and John Maynard Keynes. The book identifies three forces that accelerated technological progress: industrial research labs, corporations, and globalization. The discussion transitions to the end of a major era in 2010, noting current challenges like reduced technological progress and economic disparities. The video concludes with a focus on cohesion and the impact of wealth disparity on society.

What significant change began in 1870 according to the video?

• The start of World War I

• The end of the Cold War

• A doubling of humanity's technical competence every generation

• The discovery of electricity

How did John Stuart Mill view the impact of the Industrial Revolution?

• It had no impact on society

• It eliminated poverty entirely

• It only slightly increased the middle class and wealth for the rich

• It created a large middle class and reduced poverty

What were the three driving forces of technological progress in 1870?

• The industrial research lab, the corporation, and the globalized economy

• The steam engine, the printing press, and the telephone

• The internet, the computer, and the smartphone

• The automobile, the airplane, and the radio

What is one reason for the perceived slowdown in technological progress after 2005?

• A decrease in global population

• An increase in global conflicts

• A shift towards more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly technologies

• A focus on labor-saving technologies

What is a major theme discussed in the transition to a new era post-2010?

• The beginning of a new industrial revolution

• The end of technological innovation

• The loss of social and economic knowledge

• The rise of new global superpowers

How does the video describe the United States' influence in the modern era?

• As the most cohesive society

• As the sole superpower

• As having little to teach other countries

• As a leading example for technological deployment

What is one factor contributing to the lack of cohesion in modern society?

• Increased political unity

• Global peace

• Dispersion in wealth and income

• Technological advancements