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What was the outcome of the construction of thousands of new factories and textile mills in Britain during the Industrial Revolution?
What was the outcome of the construction of thousands of new factories and textile mills in Britain during the Industrial Revolution?
The growth of factories and textile mills transformed Britain's economy and society.
How did the development of steam power and electricity impact various industries during the Industrial Revolution?
How did the development of steam power and electricity impact various industries during the Industrial Revolution?
It transformed the manufacturing, agricultural, transport, and communications industries.
What was the effect of industrialization on the population distribution in Britain?
What was the effect of industrialization on the population distribution in Britain?
By 1850, 80% of people were living in major cities or towns, and the rest remained on the land.
What was a key factor in the development of new factories and mills during the Industrial Revolution?
What was a key factor in the development of new factories and mills during the Industrial Revolution?
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How did the growth of cities and towns during the Industrial Revolution impact people's lives?
How did the growth of cities and towns during the Industrial Revolution impact people's lives?
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What was a significant social consequence of the Industrial Revolution in Britain?
What was a significant social consequence of the Industrial Revolution in Britain?
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What was the primary economic activity in Britain before 1750, and how did it impact the population?
What was the primary economic activity in Britain before 1750, and how did it impact the population?
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What were the limitations of manufacturing in Britain before 1750?
What were the limitations of manufacturing in Britain before 1750?
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How did the wool and cotton industries contribute to the beginning of the Industrial Revolution in Britain?
How did the wool and cotton industries contribute to the beginning of the Industrial Revolution in Britain?
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What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on Britain's population?
What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on Britain's population?
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How did technological innovations contribute to the growth of the iron industry during the Industrial Revolution?
How did technological innovations contribute to the growth of the iron industry during the Industrial Revolution?
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What was the impact of the Factory System on the British society during the Industrial Revolution?
What was the impact of the Factory System on the British society during the Industrial Revolution?
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How did the middle class contribute to the growth of industries during the 1800s?
How did the middle class contribute to the growth of industries during the 1800s?
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What was the result of consolidating small plots of farmland into larger fields during the agricultural revolution?
What was the result of consolidating small plots of farmland into larger fields during the agricultural revolution?
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How did the Enclosure Acts affect small-scale farmers?
How did the Enclosure Acts affect small-scale farmers?
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What led to an increase in crop production during the agricultural revolution?
What led to an increase in crop production during the agricultural revolution?
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What was the goal of farming during the agricultural revolution?
What was the goal of farming during the agricultural revolution?
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What investments did landowners make to improve farming during the agricultural revolution?
What investments did landowners make to improve farming during the agricultural revolution?
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