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What was a key effect of converting land to private ownership during the agricultural revolution?
What was a key effect of converting land to private ownership during the agricultural revolution?
How did the introduction of forage crops impact agriculture and livestock farming?
How did the introduction of forage crops impact agriculture and livestock farming?
Besides agricultural changes and population growth, which factor most significantly fueled economic development in Great Britain?
Besides agricultural changes and population growth, which factor most significantly fueled economic development in Great Britain?
What role did clover and turnips play in the Norfolk four-course rotation system?
What role did clover and turnips play in the Norfolk four-course rotation system?
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What was the primary advantage of the transition from wooden to iron plows?
What was the primary advantage of the transition from wooden to iron plows?
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How did the availability of coal deposits significantly contribute to the industrialization in Great Britain?
How did the availability of coal deposits significantly contribute to the industrialization in Great Britain?
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How did profits from overseas colonies contribute to Great Britain's economic development?
How did profits from overseas colonies contribute to Great Britain's economic development?
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What is the correct interpretation of this statement, 'The agricultural revolution paved the way for industrialization'?
What is the correct interpretation of this statement, 'The agricultural revolution paved the way for industrialization'?
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Study Notes
Agricultural Revolution
- Increased food demand fueled agricultural innovation and livestock improvements.
- Agricultural techniques improved, transitioning from the fallow system to the Norfolk four-course rotation system.
- The 18th century saw the replacement of wooden plows with iron ones, alongside the introduction of seed drills, threshers, and other machinery.
- Agricultural structures changed, shifting from communal to private ownership. Farmers bought land to maximize profits.
- Livestock production was reorganized to provide feed, increasing the number of livestock farms.
- Increased agricultural output boosted population growth in the 18th century, contributing to industrial growth.
Other Factors
- A well-established national market, facilitated by good communication networks and a lack of tariffs, supported industrial growth.
- Overseas trade with colonies generated substantial profits.
- Profit from overseas trade and domestically available capital were invested in industrial growth.
The Mindset of the Bourgeois
- British bourgeoisie actively invested in business ventures with a strong profit motive.
- They were capable of assuming business risks.
- The Parliament, dominated by the middle class, supported laws that favored business interests.
Coal Deposits
- Britain held significant coal reserves.
- These coal reserves were crucial for powering new factories.
- Factory locations clustered around coal mines.
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Explore the significant changes in agriculture during the 18th century, including innovations in techniques and machinery. This quiz covers the impact of increased food demand, livestock production improvements, and the transition to private land ownership. Understand how these factors contributed to population growth and industrial development.
