Causes and Effects of Industrialization

Causes and Effects of Industrialization

Grade 10 · Social Studies · 39 min

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Learning Objective

I can analyze the causes and consequences of industrialization.

Warm-Up Video

Khan Academy · 10:24

Industrialization and imperialism | World History | Khan Academy

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    The Industrial Revolution was enabled by key technologies such as the steam engine, electrification, and the telegraph.

  • 2

    Industrialization led to increased demand for raw materials and new markets to sell finished goods, fueling imperialism and colonization.

  • 3

    Technological advancements like steamships, railroads, and the telegraph allowed European powers to project military and political power across the globe, facilitating control over distant territories.

Practice Questions

4 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe two ways that industrialization led to increased European imperialism in the 19th century.

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