Question

directions: multiple choice indicate the answer choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. 6. the industrial revolution started in britain partly because its rivers provided a. cheaper food. b. coal and iron ore. c. transportation and power. d. plentiful labor. 7. why did coal production expand greatly during the industrial revolution? a. people preferred to use coal over electricity because it was more powerful.

Explanation:

1. Britain had abundant coal and iron ore, which were crucial for the Industrial Revolution. Rivers provided transportation for these resources. Cheaper food was not a direct cause for the start in Britain.
2. During the Industrial Revolution, coal was preferred over electricity as electricity was not as developed or accessible, and coal was a powerful and readily - available energy source for machinery.

Answer:

1. B. coal and iron ore.
2. A. People preferred to use coal over electricity because it was more powerful.