WORLD HISTORY

INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

PRE INDUSTRIAL EUROPE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
All of the following characterized the work habits of factory laborers during the early Industrial Revolution EXCEPT
A
they worked at night.
B
their work followed a seasonal pattern.
C
they had set times for arriving at work and taking breaks.
D
the nature of their work was determined by machines.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The main features involved in the Industrial Revolution were technological, socioeconomic, and cultural.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Industrial Revolution shifted from an agrarian economy to a manufacturing economy where products were no longer made solely by hand but by machines. This led to increased production and efficiency, lower prices, more goods, improved wages, and migration from rural areas to urban areas.

Detailed explanation-3: -The working conditions in factories were often harsh. Hours were long, typically ten to twelve hours a day. Working conditions were frequently unsafe and led to deadly accidents. Tasks tended to be divided for efficiency’s sake which led to repetitive and monotonous work for employees.

Detailed explanation-4: -What were the major characteristics of the Industrial Revolution? Industrialization= manufacturing, industrial independence, more jobs in cities, factory system, reform, interchangeable parts.

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