Question

1. what invention greatly increased production during the industrial revolution?

a) steam engine
b) printing press
c) water wheel
d) compass

1. which social class grew significantly during the industrial revolution?

a) aristocracy
b) middle class
c) peasantry
d) clergy

1. which economic system is based on private ownership and profit?

a) socialism
b) capitalism
c) communism
d) feudalism

1. what was a common working condition in early factories?

a) short hours and safe environments
b) long hours and dangerous conditions
c) government - mandated breaks
d) work from home

1. adam smith is best known for his ideas about:

a) communism
b) division of labor and free markets
c) social contract
d) absolutism

Explanation:

1. The steam engine was a key invention of the Industrial Revolution, powering machinery and increasing production.
2. The middle class grew as industrialization created new economic opportunities.
3. Capitalism is based on private ownership and profit - seeking.
4. Early factories often had long hours and dangerous working conditions due to lack of regulations.
5. Adam Smith is famous for his ideas on division of labor and free markets in The Wealth of Nations.

Answer:

1. A. Steam engine
2. B. Middle class
3. B. Capitalism
4. B. Long hours and dangerous conditions
5. B. Division of labor and free markets