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When did the Industrial Revolution begin in Britain?

Around 1750.

When was the Spinning Jenny invented?

1764 (patented 1770).

When did James Watt patent his improved steam engine?

1769.

Who invented the Spinning Jenny and when?

James Hargreaves, 1764 (patented 1770).

What did the Spinning Jenny do?

Allowed one worker to spin multiple spools of thread at once, greatly increasing yarn production.

Why was the Spinning Jenny important?

It sped up textile manufacturing, helped shift work from homes to factories, and was a key driver of the Industrial Revolution.

Name three main factors that caused the Industrial Revolution.

• The Agricultural Revolution (increased food production and population).

• Access to resources and markets through European imperialism (including the British Empire).

• The emergence of capitalism and investment in new technologies.

How did the British Empire help cause the Industrial Revolution?

The empire provided raw materials, wealth from trade (including the slave trade), and large overseas markets for British goods, fueling industrial growth.

Name two new industries that emerged during the Industrial Revolution.

• Transport (railways, steamships).

• Manufacturing (textile mills, ironworks).

• Communication (telegraph operators).

Give an example of a new occupation from the Industrial Revolution.

Factory worker, railway engineer, telegraph operator, or coal miner.

Name two innovations from the Industrial Revolution that changed people’s lives.

The steam engine (powered factories and trains) and the spinning jenny (sped up textile production).

How did new technology affect people’s lives during the Industrial Revolution?

It made goods cheaper and more available, created new jobs, but also led to harsh working conditions and urban crowding.