Question

industrial revolution: factories, mines, industrialization
worksheet - multiple choice (21 questions)
name: macych date: 9 - 12 - 25
multiple choice questions

1. the factory system replaced

a) domestic system (work done at home)
b) farming entirely
c) government work projects
d) handicrafting by kings

1. one major change caused by the factory system was

a) workers controlled their own schedules
b) people worked set hours in large buildings
c) families worked only in farming
d) machines were banned from workplaces

1. mines were especially dangerous because of

a) natural light and ventilation
b) cave - ins, flooding, and toxic gases
c) quiet and safe working conditions
d) strict safety laws

1. why did factory owners prefer the factory system?

a) machines could produce goods faster and cheaper
b) it required less investment
c) workers refused to join
d) it created less profit

Explanation:

1. During the Industrial Revolution, the factory system replaced the domestic system (work done at home). This was a major shift in production methods.
2. One major change from the factory system was that people worked set hours in large buildings instead of having more flexible home - based work schedules.
3. Mines were dangerous due to cave - ins, flooding, and toxic gases which were common hazards in mining environments.
4. Factory owners preferred the factory system because machines could produce goods faster and cheaper, increasing efficiency and profit potential.

Answer:

1. a) Domestic system (work done at home)
2. b) People worked set hours in large buildings
3. b) Cave - ins, flooding, and toxic gases
4. a) Machines could produce goods faster and cheaper