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The Industrial Revolution was driven by factors such as the enclosure movement, the energy revolution, and population growth, leading to improved agricultural production and increased capital. Scientific advancements, particularly in the textile and steam engine industries, transformed transportation and urbanization, resulting in new job opportunities and significant societal changes. However, it also led to poor working conditions, class tensions, and the rise of labor unions and political reforms.

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Industrial Revolution Stations Documents

The Industrial Revolution was driven by factors such as the enclosure movement, the energy revolution, and population growth, leading to improved agricultural production and increased capital. Scientific advancements, particularly in the textile and steam engine industries, transformed transportation and urbanization, resulting in new job opportunities and significant societal changes. However, it also led to poor working conditions, class tensions, and the rise of labor unions and political reforms.

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Name____________________________ INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Document A : Causes of the Industrial Revolution

Energy Revolution in Great Britain

Figure 1. Annual energy consumption per head (megajoules) in England and Wales

There were several causes leading to the Industrial Revolution some of which include the
enclosure movement, the energy revolution and an increase in population in capital. The
enclosure movement resulted in better agricultural production and wool output. The
production of coal fueled the energy revolution which was used as an energy source
towards the production of steel among other things. Rivers also provided a source of water
power which was used in factories while it also facilitated international trade routes.
Population increased due to agricultural advancements which provided a needed source
of labor. Overseas trade during this period led to increased capital as well. These were a
few of the factors that led to the Industrial Revolution in Great Britain and changed life as
we know it today
Document B; Scientific advancements leading to Industrial Revolution

The Steam Engine Transforms Society

The scientific advancements of the 17th and 18th century led to the industrial
revolution. The new inventions in the textile industry modernized the cotton and textile
industry. The steam engine drove the railroad industry and made water transportation
easier. Railroads led to goods being shipped overland and created more jobs and
mobility. Henry Bessemer developed a new process for making steel from iron which
was cheaper and more durable. The factory system developed in order to house large
machinery which fueled urban growth.
Document C : Effects of Industrialization ( urbanization)

The Industrial Revolution led to


urbanization due to rapid rural to
urban migration for employment. This
was seen mostly around coal mining
centers and textile factories. This led
to a number of changes regarding
safety including wider boulevards for
easy transportation, police forces, city
lights, and fire protection. For
sanitation concerns sewage systems
were developed. Clean water supply
lines were created to combat
epidemics of cholera and tuberculosis.
Skyscrapers created from the steel
industry led to multistory apartment
buildings. Unfortunately slums also
developed which contained tenements
that housed whole families. They were
unsanitary and overcrowded, and high
crime and alcoholism were constant.
Document D Political Impacts of Industrialization

Industrialization leads to Imperialism

Industrialization resulted in the growth of nationalism in industrialized nations. As a result


this led to desires for expansion both through war and imperialism. Industrialized nations
established colonies in Africa and Asia to obtain sources of raw materials and markets for
the sale of manufactured goods.

Labor Unions, Working Conditions and Reforms

As a result of the industrial revolution labor unions were formed due to poor and unfair working
conditions in the factories. Reform laws were also passed to protect the rights of workers and
children who were being exploited in the factories. As workers gained more of a voice, political
rights were expanded to women and workers through the ability to vote (suffrage).
Document E : Social impacts of Industrial Revolution

The industrial revolution drastically changed society. Improvements in food production and
healthcare led to a dramatic increase in population and life expectancy. Unfortunately for
workers, even though they found jobs in the factories the work hours were long, the wages
were low, and it was very dangerous. This led to class tensions between the upper/middle
classes and the working class.

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