Unit 1 Lesson 1 Industrialization Quiz

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    Which invention or innovation did NOT play a part in U.S. Industrialization?

    • The Bessemer Process
    • The Television
    • The Electrical Lighting System
    • The Steam Engine
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  • 2. 

    _____________________ is when the people of a country move away from farming as their main way of making money and begin to make products in industries.

    • The Factory System

    • Industrialization

    • Agriculture

    • Innovation

    Correct Answer
    A. Industrialization
    Explanation
    Industrialization is the correct answer because it refers to the process of a country transitioning from an agrarian-based economy to one that is focused on manufacturing and industrial production. This involves the establishment of factories and the mass production of goods, which leads to economic growth and development. Industrialization often leads to urbanization as people move from rural areas to cities in search of employment opportunities in the industrial sector.

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  • 3. 

    Who brought the factory system to America?

    • Thomas Edison

    • Henry Bessemer

    • Samuel Slater

    • Benjamin Franklin

    Correct Answer
    A. Samuel Slater
    Explanation
    Samuel Slater is the correct answer because he is known as the "Father of the American Industrial Revolution" for bringing the factory system to America. Slater was a British immigrant who memorized the designs of textile machinery and brought them to the United States in the late 18th century. He constructed the first successful textile mill in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, using his knowledge and skills. Slater's mill served as a model for future industrialization in America, and his contribution played a significant role in the development of the American manufacturing industry.

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    Which of the following was NOT a reason that industries grew during the Gilded Age?

    • America had many natural resources.

    • There were many new inventions and innovations.

    • Great Britain shared the Factory System idea with the United States

    • Many new railroads were built to connect the nations industrial centers.

    Correct Answer
    A. Great Britain shared the Factory System idea with the United States
    Explanation
    During the Gilded Age, industries grew in America due to various reasons. One reason was that America had abundant natural resources, which provided the necessary raw materials for industrial production. Additionally, there were numerous new inventions and innovations that boosted industrial growth. Furthermore, many new railroads were constructed to connect industrial centers, facilitating the transportation of goods and enabling the expansion of industries. However, the statement that Great Britain shared the Factory System idea with the United States is incorrect. The Factory System originated in Britain and was not shared with the United States during the Gilded Age.

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    Which mineral was used in the Bessemer Process to make steel?

    • Limestone

    • Coal

    • Iron Ore

    • Cotton

    Correct Answer
    A. Iron Ore
    Explanation
    Iron ore was used in the Bessemer Process to make steel. The Bessemer Process was a method of steelmaking developed in the 19th century. It involved blowing air through molten iron to remove impurities and create steel. Iron ore is the primary source of iron, which is a crucial component in the production of steel.

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