Question

Identify three positive and negative impacts of the Industrial Revolution.

Answer 1

Positive Effects

It developed the economy

It led to the emergence of machines

It caused the mechanization of agriculture

Communication and transportation improved dramatically

Telegraghs and railroads emerged

Improvements in sanitary conditions and medical care gradually occurred, although they were quite slow.

Negative Effects

A widening gap emerged between the Bourgeoisie and the working class

The pollution of the environment worsened, including urban environments where the majority of the population lived

Water in canals, which people used, was contaminated

Cities were overcrowded .