Industrialization and Its Key Figures
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What economic system emphasizes minimal government intervention in the economy?

  • Utopianism
  • Socialism
  • Communism
  • Laissez-faire (correct)

Which of the following figures is known for their connection to the labor union movement?

  • Thomas Malthus
  • Karl Marx (correct)
  • James Watt
  • Queen Victoria

Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Industrial Revolution?

  • Cholera outbreaks
  • Increased urbanization
  • Improvements in public health (correct)
  • Formation of labor unions

What term describes the military and economic control exercised by a country over foreign territories?

<p>Economic Imperialism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nation underwent significant modernization and industrialization during the Meiji Restoration?

<p>Japan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which economic theory advocates for collective ownership and the elimination of private property?

<p>Communism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant reform aimed at addressing the negative effects of industrialization?

<p>Labor Union formation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which poet famously wrote about the concept of 'White Man's Burden'?

<p>Rudyard Kipling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these individuals played a key role in the modernization of Japan during the Meiji Restoration?

<p>Matthew Perry (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the term 'New Imperialism' in contrast to 'Old Imperialism'?

<p>Focus on colonization of Africa and Asia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the primary health crises associated with rapid urbanization during the Industrial Revolution?

<p>Cholera (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the working class during the Industrial Revolution, particularly those who sold their labor?

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Flashcards

Vocabulary

A list of words and their meanings.

Important People

Key individuals in a particular field or context.

Important Concepts

Essential ideas or principles in a subject.

Field of study

A specific area of knowledge or expertise

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Context for study

Surrounding conditions of a field

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Laissez-faire

An economic system where the government doesn't interfere much in business. Companies are largely free to do what they want, leading to competition and lower prices for consumers.

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Urbanization

The rapid growth of cities, often caused by people moving from rural areas for jobs and opportunities in factories during the Industrial Revolution.

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Cholera

A deadly disease spread through contaminated water during the Industrial Revolution, causing severe diarrhea and dehydration.

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Labor Union

An organization of workers who unite to negotiate better working conditions, pay, and benefits with employers.

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Capitalism

An economic system where private individuals and companies own the means of production, and profit is generated through competition and free markets.

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1st Industrial Revolution

A period of rapid technological advancements in the late 1700s and early 1800s, marked by new inventions like the steam engine and power loom, leading to mass production and factory systems.

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2nd Industrial Revolution

A period of further technological progress in the late 1800s and early 1900s, characterized by innovations like electricity, the internal combustion engine, and steel production, leading to more efficient industries and transportation.

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Socialism

An economic and political ideology that advocates for collective ownership and control of the means of production, aiming to create a more equitable society through government regulation and social welfare programs.

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Old Imperialism

A period of colonialism from the 16th to 19th centuries where European powers established colonies for trade, resources, and prestige.

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New Imperialism

A period of intense colonialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, fueled by industrialism and nationalism, driven by the desire for raw materials, markets, and geopolitical dominance.

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Economic Imperialism

A form of imperialism where powerful nations exert economic control over weaker nations through investments, trade, and loans, often leading to dependence and exploitation.

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Study Notes

Vocabulary

  • Industrialization
  • 1st Industrial Revolution
  • 2nd Industrial Revolution
  • Laissez-faire
  • Urbanization
  • Cholera
  • Labor Union
  • Capitalism
  • Socialism
  • Utopianism
  • Communism
  • Proletariat
  • Bourgeoisie
  • Old Imperialism
  • New Imperialism
  • Economic Imperialism
  • Meiji Restoration
  • "White Man's Burden" by Rudyard Kipling
  • Indigenous
  • Aboriginal
  • Sepoy
  • Isolationism

Important People

  • Emperor Menelik II
  • King Cetshwayo
  • King Leopold II
  • Rudyard Kipling
  • Karl Marx
  • Thomas Malthus
  • Robert Owen
  • Mangal Pandey
  • Matthew Perry
  • Queen Mother Yaa Asantewaa
  • Queen Victoria
  • Rani Lakshmi Bai
  • Adam Smith
  • Herbert Spencer
  • James Watt
  • Dr. Jon Snow - not the guy on Game of Thrones

Important Concepts

  • Causes of Industrial Revolution
  • Consequences/Effects of Industrial Revolution - good and bad.
  • Health and environmental crises
  • Reforms to address issues of Industrialization.
  • Laws, union reforms, etc.
  • The differences between economic theories.
  • Old Imperialism vs New Imperialism
  • Economic Imperialism in Latin America
  • How were nations such as Japan, Siam, and Nepal similar and different to other nations in Asia?
  • Analyze primary sources including poems, political cartoons and government documents.

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