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    What period of time did the American Industrial Revolution take place?

    • 1700- 1800
    • 1500- 1600
    • 1800- 1900
    • 1900- 2000
    • 1600- 1700
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  • 2. 

    Who Created The First Working Sewing Machine?

    • Benjamin Franklin

    • Samuel Morse

    • Cyrus McCormick

    • All of the above

    • Elias Howe

    Correct Answer
    A. Elias Howe
    Explanation
    Elias Howe is the correct answer because he is widely credited with creating the first working sewing machine. Benjamin Franklin, Samuel Morse, and Cyrus McCormick are not known for inventing the sewing machine. Therefore, the correct answer is Elias Howe.

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           What Is The Name Of The Person Who Created The Machine Called The “Reaper”?

    • Cyrus McCormick

    • John Deere

    • Thomas Edison

    • James Watt

    • Alexander Graham Bell

    Correct Answer
    A. Cyrus McCormick
    Explanation
    Cyrus McCormick is the correct answer because he is the person who created the machine called the "Reaper." The Reaper was an important invention in the agricultural industry as it revolutionized the process of harvesting crops. McCormick's invention significantly increased efficiency and productivity in farming, making him a key figure in the development of modern agricultural machinery.

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    The full impact of the Industrial Revolution would not begin to be realized until what Century?

    • 20th - 21st

    • 19th - 20th

    • 23rd - 24th

    • 18th - 21st

    • None of the Above

    Correct Answer
    A. 19th - 20th
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 19th - 20th. The Industrial Revolution began in the late 18th century and continued into the 19th century. It was during this time that significant advancements in technology, manufacturing, and transportation occurred, leading to major changes in society and the economy. However, the full impact of these changes was not fully realized until the 20th century, as industrialization continued to spread and new innovations emerged, transforming the world on a global scale.

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    Where did the Industrial Revolution start?

    Correct Answer
    Great Britian or England
    Explanation
    The Industrial Revolution started in Great Britain or England. This region was the birthplace of the revolution that transformed the world, bringing significant changes in agriculture, manufacturing, mining, and transportation. Great Britain had abundant natural resources, such as coal and iron, which were crucial for industrial development. It also had a stable political and economic environment, favorable for innovation and entrepreneurship. The invention and improvement of various technologies, including the steam engine, played a key role in driving the Industrial Revolution forward in this region.

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    How Did The “Reaper” Benefit The Agricultural Business?

    Correct Answer
    It made production become much faster
    Explanation
    The "Reaper" benefited the agricultural business by significantly increasing production speed. This invention revolutionized the harvesting process by automating the cutting and gathering of crops, which was previously done manually. With the "Reaper," farmers could now harvest crops at a much faster rate, leading to increased efficiency and productivity in the agricultural industry.

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