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What was one key reason for the slow start of the Russian Industrial Revolution?
What was one key reason for the slow start of the Russian Industrial Revolution?
What impact did the Crimean War have on Russian industrialization?
What impact did the Crimean War have on Russian industrialization?
Which of the following best describes Otto von Bismarck's approach to labor unrest?
Which of the following best describes Otto von Bismarck's approach to labor unrest?
What major infrastructure project allowed Russia access to Siberian resources?
What major infrastructure project allowed Russia access to Siberian resources?
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Which individual is known for introducing capitalism to Japan?
Which individual is known for introducing capitalism to Japan?
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What societal change occurred as a direct impact of Russia's industrialization?
What societal change occurred as a direct impact of Russia's industrialization?
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During which period did the Russian Industrial Revolution primarily take place?
During which period did the Russian Industrial Revolution primarily take place?
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What was the impact of Japan's sakoku policy before the introduction of capitalism?
What was the impact of Japan's sakoku policy before the introduction of capitalism?
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What was the primary reason for the environmental pollution during industrialization?
What was the primary reason for the environmental pollution during industrialization?
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Which social class did Karl Marx identify as the oppressed class?
Which social class did Karl Marx identify as the oppressed class?
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What advocated for the overthrow of the bourgeoisie in favor of the proletariat?
What advocated for the overthrow of the bourgeoisie in favor of the proletariat?
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What were common living conditions in industrialized cities during this period?
What were common living conditions in industrialized cities during this period?
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What were the impacts of long factory shifts on workers?
What were the impacts of long factory shifts on workers?
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What was one of the methods through which industrialization contributed to water pollution?
What was one of the methods through which industrialization contributed to water pollution?
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Which philosophical perspective did Karl Marx advocate for, particularly concerning class struggle?
Which philosophical perspective did Karl Marx advocate for, particularly concerning class struggle?
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What was a significant environmental consequence of coal mining used for steam power?
What was a significant environmental consequence of coal mining used for steam power?
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What strategy did European powers primarily use to maintain rule in their colonies?
What strategy did European powers primarily use to maintain rule in their colonies?
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How did European colonialism primarily affect economic growth in African colonies?
How did European colonialism primarily affect economic growth in African colonies?
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What was a significant impact of colonialism on African religion?
What was a significant impact of colonialism on African religion?
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What was the outcome of the Taiping Rebellion in China?
What was the outcome of the Taiping Rebellion in China?
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Who was a key figure in the Taiping Rebellion?
Who was a key figure in the Taiping Rebellion?
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What was one of the features of the Self-Strengthening Movement introduced by the Qing dynasty?
What was one of the features of the Self-Strengthening Movement introduced by the Qing dynasty?
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What was the nature of the Yaa Asantewaa War?
What was the nature of the Yaa Asantewaa War?
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What was one consequence of the indirect rule strategy imposed by European powers?
What was one consequence of the indirect rule strategy imposed by European powers?
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What is the primary goal of Pan-Africanism as proposed by DuBois?
What is the primary goal of Pan-Africanism as proposed by DuBois?
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Which aspect distinguishes Pan-Africanism from other anti-colonial movements?
Which aspect distinguishes Pan-Africanism from other anti-colonial movements?
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What historical context contributed to the rise of Pan-Africanism?
What historical context contributed to the rise of Pan-Africanism?
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What was Marcus Garvey's perspective on addressing racism?
What was Marcus Garvey's perspective on addressing racism?
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How did Léopold Senghor contribute to the concept of Négritude?
How did Léopold Senghor contribute to the concept of Négritude?
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What significant organization was influenced by Pan-Africanism?
What significant organization was influenced by Pan-Africanism?
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What major issue did DuBois identify as central to the challenges of the twentieth century?
What major issue did DuBois identify as central to the challenges of the twentieth century?
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Before World War I, what was the state of the women’s suffrage movement?
Before World War I, what was the state of the women’s suffrage movement?
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What was one of the main strategies employed by the EIC to maintain control over India?
What was one of the main strategies employed by the EIC to maintain control over India?
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Which event served as a significant catalyst for the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
Which event served as a significant catalyst for the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
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What was a significant impact of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 on British administrative structure in India?
What was a significant impact of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 on British administrative structure in India?
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What was one of the reasons the British targeted India for colonial expansion?
What was one of the reasons the British targeted India for colonial expansion?
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Which method did the EIC use to exploit divisions among Indians?
Which method did the EIC use to exploit divisions among Indians?
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What was the doctrine of lapse used by the EIC?
What was the doctrine of lapse used by the EIC?
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Which innovation was NOT a result of British colonial rule in India?
Which innovation was NOT a result of British colonial rule in India?
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What legacy did British colonialism in India leave behind?
What legacy did British colonialism in India leave behind?
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What was the primary outcome of Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence?
What was the primary outcome of Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence?
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What sparked the May Fourth Movement in China?
What sparked the May Fourth Movement in China?
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Which of the following best describes the actions taken during the May Fourth Movement?
Which of the following best describes the actions taken during the May Fourth Movement?
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What ideology did the May Fourth Movement help to pave the way for in China?
What ideology did the May Fourth Movement help to pave the way for in China?
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Who were notable figures associated with Pan-Africanism?
Who were notable figures associated with Pan-Africanism?
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What did the Chinese government do in response to the May Fourth Movement?
What did the Chinese government do in response to the May Fourth Movement?
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What was a common theme among the opposition movements in both India and China during this period?
What was a common theme among the opposition movements in both India and China during this period?
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What political shift did the New Culture Movement advocate in China?
What political shift did the New Culture Movement advocate in China?
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Study Notes
Industrial Revolution in England
- Inventors like James Watt (steam engine), Robert Fulton (paddle steamer), and Michael Faraday (electric motor) were key figures
- Shifted from cottage industry (hand-crafted) to factory industry (mass-produced goods)
- Characterized by the "nine-to-five" work schedule with workers clocking in and out at factories
- Introduced unethical labor practices, including child labor
- Devastated the environment through fossil fuel exploitation
- Increased productivity, making England a global trade powerhouse
- Occurred approximately between 1760 and 1840
- England's success was due to readily available coal near harbors and harbors and high labor costs, allowing for the exploitation of colonies for raw materials.
Industrial Revolution in the US
- Three main developments: The American System, government interference in industry, and economies of scale.
- The American system involved each worker creating one part of an item, then being assembled to form one product.
- The government played a critical role in encouraging industrialization, including protecting entrepreneurs, raising tariffs, supporting infrastructure and finances.
- An economy of scale is the cost advantage associated with large-scale production.
Industrial Revolution in Germany
- Friedrich List was a key figure who advocated for Nationalism.
- Industrialization started in Germany later than Great Britain due to less readily available resources but was successful due to its quick adoption of new technologies and government support
- The investment in technical education, research institutions, and scientific pursuits helped Germany successfully industrialize.
- Economic protectionism was used to eliminate foreign competition.
Industrial Revolution in Russia
- Sergei Witte was the main figure leading Russia's industrial revolution.
- Russia's industrial revolution faced significant obstacles including a small middle class, an uneducated serf class, and a creaky transportation infrastructure.
- Large-scale industrialization occurred after the Crimean War to strengthen its military and economically compete with other countries
- The Trans-Siberian Railway facilitated access to Siberian resources.
- The revolution caused urbanization and led to pollution and food shortages.
Industrial Revolution in Japan
- Shibusawa Eiichi played an important role in introducing Capitalism.
- Implemented a closed-door policy until Commodore Perry forced Japan to engage in trade.
- Japan's industrialization occurred largely through adopting Western methods and technologies.
- Japan's adoption of Western technologies helped them successfully avoid colonization.
Impacts of Industrialization
- Deindustrialization among handicraft artisans in various countries.
- Creation of the working class, the middle class, and the industrialists.
- Expansion of global markets that led countries who industrialized to have more economic power.
- Increased global trade.
- Rise of nationalism, imperialism, and colonization.
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Explore the key developments of the Industrial Revolution in England and the US, focusing on major inventors, labor practices, and economic shifts. This quiz highlights transformative changes in production methods and the impact on society and the environment. Test your knowledge on this pivotal era from 1760 to 1840.
