WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The abundance of coal throughout much of the island of Britain was a major geographic feature that aided industrialization.

Detailed explanation-2: -England’s rivers offered a dual advantage. Fast-flowing rivers were a source of water power to fuel machinery, and throughout the nation rivers provided inland transportation routes for industrial goods. In addition, England’s excellent natural harbors were a benefit to merchant ships.

Detailed explanation-3: -Because of its location close to mainland Europe and surrounded by major bodies of water, Great Britain was a leader in overseas trade with connections to the Mediterranean Sea and the rest of Europe and to the Americas across the Atlantic Ocean and to Asia around the tip of Africa.

Detailed explanation-4: -Goods could move to and from many other lands easily by sea. Also, Great Britain had many harbors that ships could carry goods to other countries for trade.

Detailed explanation-5: -The four factors that contributed to industrialization in Britain were a large workforce, an abundance of natural resources, expanding economy, and political stability.