29 Questions
What was the innovation of the Rotherham Plough?
It could be pulled by two oxen or horses
What was the purpose of turnips in the 4-crop system of 'Turnip' Townshend?
To feed livestock
What is the core principle of Laissez Faire economics?
The economy should be operated without government interference
What is a potential negative consequence of Laissez Faire economics?
Widening of the gap between rich and poor
What is the definition of a monopoly?
A business that has exclusive possession and control
What is the primary goal of a nation's economic policy according to Mercantilism?
To increase the nation's gold and silver reserves
What was a major consequence of the Factory System in cities?
Growth of slums, overcrowding, and poor sanitation
What was the main advantage of the Jethro Tull Seed Drill?
It enabled the sowing of multiple seeds at a specific depth
Why were colonies unable to trade with each other according to Mercantilism?
Because they were forced to trade only with the mother country
What was the main reason for the use of women and children as laborers in the Factory System?
They were cheaper than male workers
What is the term for the complex system of social organization that enables the production of goods and services?
Infrastructure
What was the primary purpose of leaving a field fallow in the Rotation System?
To allow the soil to replenish lost nutrients
What was the main goal of the wealthy landowners who implemented the Enclosure system?
To claim land and fencing it off for personal use
What was the primary characteristic of the Commercial aspect of Capitalism?
Selling goods to make a profit
What was the primary focus of the Empiricism philosophy?
The importance of experience in shaping concepts
What was the common type of execution used during the time of the Industrial Revolution?
Hanging
What was the primary goal of the rehabilitation system in prisons?
To reform criminals through labor and silence
What percentage of Northwestern Europe's livelihood was based on agriculture?
80%
What was a consequence of the population growth led by the Agricultural Revolution?
Increase in demand for manufactured goods
What was a major factor in Britain's ability to lead the way in industrialization?
Agricultural Revolution and plentiful resources
What was a consequence of the rise of industrialization and factories?
Horrible working conditions and rise of crime
What was the impact of the Agricultural Revolution on diets?
Diets improved with more variety of foods
What was a major issue in the rise of cities during the Industrial Revolution?
Overcrowding and poor sanitation systems
What was a consequence of the rise of cities during the Industrial Revolution?
Slums, overcrowding, and poor housing standards
Why did people turn to crime during the Industrial Revolution?
To survive and make ends meet
What was the primary reason for the formation of labor unions during the Industrial Revolution?
To improve working conditions and wages
What changed for women as a result of the Industrial Revolution?
They worked in factories and at home
How did the social structure change after the Industrial Revolution?
The middle class expanded and challenged landowning aristocrats
What was the basis of trade unions formed during the Industrial Revolution?
Craft or trade
Test your knowledge of the Agricultural Revolution, a precursor to the Industrial Revolution, with this multiple-choice quiz. Learn about the Crop Failure, Rotation System, and Enclosure, and how they impacted the economy and society.
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