6 Questions
What was the primary source of power used in machines during the First Industrial Revolution?
Steam and water
What was the primary driver of the creation of new industries and companies during the Second Industrial Revolution?
Innovations in steel and petroleum production
What was a significant consequence of the mass production that occurred during the First Industrial Revolution?
Lower employment and bad working conditions
What was a significant innovation that emerged during the Third Industrial Revolution?
The creation of industrial robots
What was a major improvement that resulted from the Second Industrial Revolution?
An improvement in communication
What was the primary characteristic of the Third Industrial Revolution?
The use of digital electronics and information technology
Test your knowledge about the First Industrial Revolution, which began in Britain in 1760 and introduced mechanization using water and steam power. Learn about the impact on employment, working conditions, and standard of living.
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