The Industrial Revolution

1. The Industrial Revolution • During the Industrial Revolution, new machines and methods dramatically changed the way that goods were produced. • The flying shuttle, spinning jenny, and cotton gin all changed the textile industry. • New inventions saved time and work, improved transportation and communication, and contributed to the development of the factory system. • How did the factory system and industrialization lead to support for laissez-faire business policies?

2. The Industrial Revolution • Industrialization and the factory system brought a new way of life to Europe and America. • The growth of cities developed from the advancements of machines used in factories because people moved to where the jobs were located. • Life for factory workers was much different from that of the middle class. Identify the differences.

3. Questions to Reflect On While Reading • Read pages 644 -647 and reflect on: • How did the factory system and industrialization lead to support for laissez-faire business policies? • Life for factory workers was much different from that of the middle class. Identify the differences.

4. Focus on Writing • Many people throughout history have written journals to record their personal experiences. As you read this chapter, you will create a journal page (or pages) based on events and people from the time period of the French and Industrial Revolutions. You will write your journal as if you were a citizen of Europe during this interesting time. • Page 647 – Complete #4 – Refer to your list of people and select one person for your character.