SSWH15: The Industrial Revolution
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According to Adam Smith, what role does government play in a thriving economy?

  • The government should prioritize the welfare of the working class over the needs of the wealthy.
  • The government should focus on protecting individual rights, enforcing contracts, and providing basic infrastructure. (correct)
  • The government should actively intervene to regulate businesses and protect workers.
  • The government should provide economic support to struggling businesses.

    • What is the central argument of Karl Marx's 'Communist Manifesto'?

  • Technology will ultimately solve the problems of poverty and inequality.
  • The free market will inevitably lead to economic equality and social harmony.
  • Capitalism is a system that inherently divides society into two classes: the bourgeoisie (owners) and the proletariat (workers). (correct)
  • The government should establish a strong welfare state that provides for the needs of all citizens.

    • How did the Meiji government's industrialization policy differ from Adam Smith's laissez-faire principles?

  • The Meiji government encouraged free trade and welcomed foreign investment.
  • The Meiji government nationalized key industries, such as factories, and later sold them to private investors. (correct)
  • The Meiji government followed a hands-off approach, allowing businesses to operate without government interference.
  • The Meiji government heavily regulated the economy to ensure equitable distribution of wealth.

    • What impact did the industrial revolution have on the social structure of Japan during the Meiji period?

    <p>The industrial revolution led to the decline of the old social order and the emergence of a new urban middle class. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Adam Smith, how does the 'invisible hand' regulate the economy?

    <p>Individuals acting in their own self-interest will unintentionally benefit society by producing goods and services that are in demand. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Karl Marx explain the rise of the proletariat (working class) during the industrial revolution?

    <p>The growth of the capitalist system led to the displacement of traditional labor and increased workers' bargaining power. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary consequence of the Russo-Japanese War for Japan?

    <p>The war further solidified Japan's status as a modern nation and global power. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Adam Smith's view on the origin of the value of goods?

    <p>The value of goods is determined by the labor involved in their production. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main factors that contributed to the surge of industrialization in 18th century Britain?

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    Which innovation was essential for fully mechanizing cloth production by the 1800s?

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    How did the Agricultural Revolution contribute to industrialization?

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    What key event opened Japan to US business interests in the 19th century?

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    Which invention by James Watt significantly changed the reliance on waterways?

    <p>Steam engine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the goals of the Meiji Restoration in Japan?

    <p>To modernize and prevent imperialism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following innovations improved quality and lowered costs in various industries?

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    What was a result of urbanization during the Industrial Revolution?

    <p>Displacement of people from rural areas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the manifesto propose as a means for the proletariat to gain control over production?

    <p>Abolition of individual property (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Marx, what is a result of the bourgeoisie constantly revolutionizing production methods?

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    What primary benefit does Adam Smith attribute to free markets?

    <p>Benefits of individual self-interest (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which challenge does Marx identify in his theories related to social justice?

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    In urbanization, what traditional role did married women hold?

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    What challenge did children of middle-class and wealthy families face during urbanization?

    <p>Education to replicate their parent's jobs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a significant social issue during urbanization?

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    What was a common condition in neighborhoods affected by urbanization?

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    Flashcards

    Zaibatsu

    Private investors who bought state-owned factories in Meiji Japan.

    Laissez-faire Capitalism

    An economic system with minimal government interference in markets.

    Invisible Hand

    Concept where individual self-interest benefits society's economy.

    Division of Labor

    Specialization of tasks in production to increase efficiency.

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    Proletariat

    The working class, especially in Marx's analysis of class struggles.

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    Economic Inequality

    Disparity in wealth and resources within a society.

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    Market Forces

    The supply and demand dynamics that regulate free markets.

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    Industrial Revolution Impact

    Transformative period that replaced feudalism with capitalism.

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    Industrialization

    The shift from agrarian economies to manufacturing through mechanization.

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    Agricultural Revolution

    A period of significant agricultural development that increased crop production.

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    Urbanization

    The movement of people from rural areas to cities, often due to industrialization.

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    Spinning Jenny

    A key invention in the textile industry that allowed multiple spools to be spun at once.

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    James Watt's Steam Engine

    An innovation that transformed transportation and manufacturing by harnessing steam power.

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    Treaty of Kanagawa

    An 1854 treaty that opened Japan to U.S. trade, marking the end of Japanese isolation.

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    Meiji Restoration

    A period in Japan (1868) marked by rapid modernization and westernization efforts.

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    Interchangeable Parts

    Manufactured components that are identical, allowing for easier repair and mass production.

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    Abolition of Individual Property

    The proposal to end individual ownership to empower the proletariat over production and reduce class inequalities.

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    Marx's View on Bourgeoisie

    Marx argued that the bourgeoisie continually changes production methods, disrupting social stability and traditional relations.

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    Adam Smith's Economic Theory

    Smith's theory advocates for free markets and self-interest, while recognizing risks like inequality and monopolies.

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    Challenges of Marx's Ideas

    Marx's theories suggest that societal upheaval is necessary for justice but recognize the complexities involved.

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    Urbanization's Impact on Women

    Married women were typically homemakers, tasked as moral guides while also advocating for social reforms.

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    Child Labor Movements

    Efforts led by women to abolish child labor and slavery while improving living conditions for the impoverished.

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    Education for Wealthy Children

    Children from affluent families received education to pursue the same occupations as their parents, perpetuating class structures.

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    Social Issues of Urbanization

    Urban growth led to pollution, diseases, and hazardous living conditions, famously exemplified by areas nicknamed 'Hell's Kitchen.'

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    Study Notes

    The Industrial Revolution (SSWH15)

    • Industrialization began in 12th century Song China but surged in 18th century Britain due to ample resources (coal, iron, waterways, and harbors).
    • The Agricultural Revolution, starting in the 18th century, resulted from exploration and changes to land ownership. This led to traditional rights on common land being ended.
    • Increased efficiency, population growth, and displacement led to urbanization. Crop rotation and selective breeding were crucial aspects in this.
    • Capital and labor were key factors in Industrialization, along with the development of division of labor and mass production in Britain.
    • Industrialization saw rapid mechanization in the textile industry. Key inventions included: the spinning jenny (1764), water frame (1769), power loom (1784), and the cotton gin (1793).
    • Innovations like steam power, interchangeable parts, and improved iron production boosted efficiency and lowered costs. James Watt's steam engine (1764) reduced dependence on waterways. This innovation was enhanced by Eli Whitney's interchangeable parts (1801) spreading to other industries.
    • The Treaty of Kanagawa (a treaty that granted Japan trading privileges) marked a significant turning point in Japan. That treaty opened Japan to US business interests, but also led to rebellion against the shogun who was seen as incompetent.
    • In 1868, the Meiji Restoration was formed to prevent Japan from falling victim to imperialism.
    • Japan made reforms: students studied in the US, Britain, and Germany; established public education, modern armies, navies, and governments. State owned factories were sold to private investors called zaibatsu to fund these reforms.
    • Japan became an imperial power by 1900. The rise of a new urban middle class occurred along with the decline of old social order. The Russo-Japanese War (1905) impacted Japan's modern status.

    Adam Smith's Economic Ideas

    • Adam Smith criticized mercantilism and advocated for laissez-faire capitalism.
    • Individual self-interest leads to societal benefits when government has minimal economic interference.
    • Division of Labor: Specialization greatly increased productivity (e.g., pin manufacturing).
    • Invisible Hand: Self-interest promotes economic well-being through the production of desired goods.
    • Market Forces: Free markets automatically regulated themselves via supply and demand, ensuring efficiency.
    • Limited Government Role: Government intervention was needed only to protect rights, enforce contracts, and provide public infrastructure.
    • Value and Labor: Goods' value stemmed from the labor involved in production.
    • Economic Growth: Wealth creation enhanced living standards, focusing on goods and services.

    Karl Marx's Economic Ideas

    • Karl Marx argued that economic inequality drove class struggles and predicted a revolution by the working class against the capitalist class.
    • Marx emphasized the rise of the bourgeoisie and the proletariat as the two primary classes in society during the transition from feudalism to capitalism.
    • The industrial revolution led to unprecedented developments in production, commerce, and industry. This displaced the feudal system and traditional guilds.
    • The proletariat (working class) was growing and becoming more concentrated, which would give greater power to their collective action.
    • Working class conditions worsened due to competition within capitalism, leading to poverty (pauperism).
    • The manifesto called for the abolition of individual property as a necessary step for the working class to control production and address class inequality.
    • Marx emphasized constant revolutionizing of production by the bourgeoisie that leads to social instability and erosion of traditional social relations.

    Social Impact of Urbanization, Women, and Children

    • Married women were primarily homemakers, mothers, and moral figures within their families.
    • Social movements emerged to end child labor and improve lives of the poor.
    • Children from middle and wealthy classes were educated to work in jobs similar to their parents.
    • Pollution was a significant problem in urban areas.
    • Men, women, and children worked in various factories and facilities.
    • Diseases and fires were common in urban neighborhoods. Some areas were known as "Hell's Kitchen".

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    Explore the fascinating developments of the Industrial Revolution, which began in 12th century Song China and flourished in 18th century Britain. Discover key innovations such as the spinning jenny and steam power that transformed industries and society. This quiz covers the pivotal changes in agriculture, mechanization, and urbanization during this transformative era.

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