Latin American Revolutions and Industrialization
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What Enlightenment idea was a driving force behind the Latin American independence movements?

  • Natural rights (correct)
  • Separation of powers
  • Religious tolerance
  • Social contract theory
  • How did increased agricultural productivity contribute to industrialization?

  • It created a surplus of labor that could be employed in factories. (correct)
  • It led to a decline in the demand for manufactured goods.
  • It led to a decrease in the overall standard of living.
  • It decreased the need for transportation infrastructure.
  • Which of the following was NOT a major factor in Britain's early industrialization?

  • A strong tradition of centralized government control over the economy (correct)
  • Abundant coal and iron resources
  • A large and growing population
  • A stable political system
  • What was a major similarity between the French and Haitian Revolutions?

    <p>Both were inspired by Enlightenment ideas. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a major consequence of industrialization on workers?

    <p>Improved working conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major difference between the French Revolution and the Haitian Revolution?

    <p>The French Revolution was primarily a political upheaval, while the Haitian Revolution was a slave revolt. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major factor contributing to the rise of world population between 1750 and 1900?

    <p>Improved sanitation and medicine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these groups were primarily responsible for leading the Latin American independence movements?

    <p>Creoles (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Latin American Revolutions

    Movements inspired by Enlightenment ideas, colonial frustration, and social inequality.

    Major Rulers of Latin America

    Spain and Portugal controlled Latin American countries before independence.

    Effects of Agricultural Increase

    More food and raw materials led to labor freed for factories.

    Transportation's Economic Impact

    Transportation reduced costs and expanded markets, enhancing trade.

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    Industrialization After Textiles

    Post-textile industrialization focused on steel, chemicals, and electricity.

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    Roles of Women in Industrialization

    Women took jobs in factories, domestic service, teaching, and nursing.

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    Concerns About Abolitionism

    Fears about economic disruptions and labor shortages due to ending slavery.

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    Leaders of Latin American Revolts

    Creoles like Bolívar, San Martín, Hidalgo, and O'Higgins led independence movements.

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    Study Notes

    Latin American Revolutions

    • Inspired by Enlightenment ideas, frustration with colonial control, and social inequality.
    • Spain and Portugal ruled Latin American countries.
    • Increased agriculture helped industrialization by boosting food and raw material production, freeing up labor for factories.
    • Agricultural productivity changes shifted labor: fewer workers on farms, more in cities/factories.
    • Transportation improvements reduced costs, expanding markets for factories, military, and migrants.
    • Industrialization involved countries beyond England and the US, including Germany, France, and Japan.
    • Industrialization progressed from textiles and coal to steel, chemicals, and electricity.
    • Innovations like the spinning jenny and steam engine enabled large-scale production.
    • Britain's industrialization was facilitated by coal, iron, stable politics, and colonial markets.
    • Women's roles expanded in factories, domestic service, teaching, and nursing during industrialization.
    • Women gained rights like voting and property rights.
    • Abolitionist arguments stemmed from Enlightenment ideals, religious movements, and human rights concerns.
    • Slavery was deemed inhumane and economically exploitative.
    • Abolitionism affected enslaved people, slave owners, and economies reliant on slavery.
    • Economic disruptions and labor shortages may have arisen from abolitionist reforms.
    • The French Revolution focused on political upheaval; the Haitian Revolution was a slave revolt leading to independence.
    • Industrialization worsened working conditions with poor conditions, long hours, and low pay.
    • Industrialization created a larger working class and an industrial middle class.
    • Labor movements, socialist ideas, and unions emerged to address poor working conditions.
    • Factors contributing to global population growth from 1750-1900 included improved sanitation, food, and medicine.
    • Latin American independence was spearheaded by Creoles like Bolivar, San Martin, Hidalgo, and O'Higgins.
    • The first and second industrial revolutions differed in their focus: the first on textiles and steam, the second on steel, electricity, and mass production.
    • Both French and North American revolutions shared similar goals of liberty, equality, and self-government.
    • European dominance in the world economy during the 19th and 20th centuries was supported by industrialization, technology, colonies, and global trade.

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    Explore the key factors that shaped the Latin American revolutions, influenced by Enlightenment ideals and colonial frustrations. This quiz delves into the transformations in agriculture, labor shifts, and the impact of industrialization on society across Latin America and beyond. Assess your knowledge on the historical interplay between these significant global changes.

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