| What to create | Quiz |
| Which subject | History |
| What age group | Year or Grade 8 |
| What topic | Industrial Revolution |
| Question types | Open-ended |
| Number of questions | 10 |
| Number of answers | 10 |
| Correct answers | Exactly 1 |
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Answer the following questions related to the Industrial Revolution. Each question is designed to assess your understanding of key concepts and events from this critical period in history.
What major technological advancement in the late 18th century significantly increased the efficiency of textile production?
(Correct Answer: Spinning Jenny)
Which industry was predominantly transformed during the Industrial Revolution, leading to urbanisation and factory work?
(Correct Answer: Textile Industry)
Name the economic system that gained prominence during the Industrial Revolution, focusing on private ownership and free market.
(Correct Answer: Capitalism)
What major societal shift occurred as a result of the Industrial Revolution, causing a movement from rural communities to urban centres?
(Correct Answer: Urbanisation)
Who is credited with developing the steam engine, which was pivotal to transportation and machinery during the Industrial Revolution?
(Correct Answer: James Watt)
What type of machinery, powered by steam, played a significant role in the transport of goods and people during this period?
(Correct Answer: Locomotive)
Which social class emerged as a result of industrialisation, composed primarily of factory workers and their families?
(Correct Answer: Working Class)
What is the term used to describe the working conditions workers faced in factories during the Industrial Revolution, which often included long hours and unsafe environments?
(Correct Answer: Exploitative Conditions)
What movement, initiated in the 19th century, aimed to improve workers' rights and conditions during the Industrial Revolution?
(Correct Answer: Labour Movement)
Which legislation was enacted in the early 20th century to address child labour practices that were widespread during the Industrial Revolution?
(Correct Answer: Factory Acts)
Please write your answers clearly, and refer to the question number for each response. Good luck!