Industrial Age Flashcards

Questions and Answers

During the Agricultural Revolution, what was the main advantage of tenant farming rather than moving to the city for work?

Tenant farmers could use a skill they already had rather than starting over. (correct)

Landowners gave tenant farmers large plots of land for their personal use.

The future lay in farming instead of in the types of jobs people could find in cities.

Tenant farmers managed other workers but did not have to do manual labor.

What role did crop rotation play in the Agricultural Revolution?

It helped restore nutrients to the soil so crops grew better.

How would life have been different in the 1800s if the steam locomotive had not been invented?

Products would have been more expensive.

Prices for products became more affordable as a result of new forms of _________.

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Before the Agricultural Revolution, many people lived in rural areas because?

They could grow food on small areas of land. Signup and view all the answers

An effect of the Industrial Revolution was that wages around the world?

Increased. Signup and view all the answers

The purpose of a spinning jenny was to?

Increase the speed of textile production. Signup and view all the answers

What started the modern Agricultural Revolution?

Improved farming methods. Signup and view all the answers

How did steam locomotives lower the cost of transporting raw materials and finished goods?

They could transport many materials or goods at once. Signup and view all the answers

Which describes the connection between a mechanical loom and a cotton gin?

The loom was invented first to increase textile production, and then the gin produced more cotton. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Agricultural Revolution

Tenant farming allowed individuals to utilize existing skills rather than starting over in urban areas.
Tenant farmers were granted large plots of land, enabling personal use and management of other workers.
Crop rotation restored soil nutrients, enhancing crop growth and sustainability.

Impact of the Steam Locomotive

Without steam locomotives, product prices would have likely increased due to higher transportation costs.
Steam locomotives facilitated the efficient transport of large quantities of goods simultaneously.

Economic Changes

Prices for goods became more affordable due to advancements in transportation methods during the Industrial Revolution.
Wages increased globally as a significant effect of the Industrial Revolution.

Innovations in Textile Production

The spinning jenny accelerated textile production, significantly boosting productivity in the industry.
The mechanical loom was developed first to enhance textile production, followed by the cotton gin, which increased cotton supply.

Modern Agricultural Revolution

The modern Agricultural Revolution was initiated by improved farming methods, leading to higher food production efficiency and better crop yields.
Prior to the revolution, rural living was prevalent as people could cultivate food on small land areas and were self-sufficient.

Summary of Industrial Developments

Advancements in machinery, transportation, and agricultural techniques played a crucial role in shaping economic and social structures during the Industrial Age.
The transition from a rural to an industrial society marked significant shifts in labor, productivity, and lifestyle choices.

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Test your knowledge of the Industrial Age with these flashcards. Explore concepts like tenant farming and its advantages during the Agricultural Revolution. Enhance your understanding of historical trends and their impact on society.