Question 1

To what degree were urban areas transformed by the Second Industrial Revolution? Give examples.

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Answers would include a discuss of the increase in urbanization,the organization of labor,social reforms,issues with suffrage and the rise of the working class.

Question 2

Which of the following was true of early unionism?

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C

Question 3

How did Europeans respond to Marx?

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Answers would include a discussion of anarchism,syndicalism,reforms,the Labour Party,Bismark,Eduard Bernstein,the Second International,and revisionism.

Question 4

Explain the essence of original Marxist Theory.

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Question 5

The Second Industrial Revolution was mainly propelled by

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The Second Industrial Revolution was mainly characterized by the widespread use of petroleum and electricity, which allowed for more efficient and rapid production of goods. The development of the internal combustion engine and the widespread use of electricity in factories and homes were key factors in this revolution.

Question 6

A most surprising change that took place during the Second Industrial Revolution was

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German domination in research and development was a surprising change during the Second Industrial Revolution, as Germany became a leader in industrial chemistry and electrical engineering, surpassing other nations in innovation and scientific advancements.

Question 7

The growth of labor unions and the implementation of better working conditions in England owed a debt of gratitude to

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Question 8

During the Second Industrial Revolution,the split between middle-class liberals and the workers occurred in part because

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The split occurred because the workers moved in a revolutionary direction that frightened the middle-class liberals, who were more focused on gradual reform and improving conditions within the existing system. Workers sought more radical changes and were more willing to engage in disruptive and militant tactics, which caused a rift between the two groups.

Question 9

Labor unions were first legalized by this country in the 1870s:

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England was the first country to legalize labor unions in the 1870s, specifically with the Trade Union Act of 1871.

Question 10

Joint stock companies of the late 19?? century brought about,most significantly,

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Joint stock companies allowed for ownership to be spread across multiple shareholders, meaning that management and ownership were no longer directly connected. This led to the separation of ownership and management, which is the most significant impact of joint stock companies.

Question 11

Most of the new voters at the end of the 19?? century were

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At the end of the 19th century, many countries expanded suffrage to include working-class men, significantly increasing their representation among new voters.

Question 12

The most dramatic changes in European population during the 19?? century occurred in

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The most dramatic changes in European population during the 19th century occurred in urban areas. This was due to the growth of industrialization, which led to an influx of people into cities from rural areas in search of work. Cities experienced rapid population growth, leading to overcrowding, poor living conditions, and public health problems. This period of urbanization had a significant impact on European society and culture, shaping the way people lived, worked, and interacted with one another.

Question 13

The one thing that people seemed to fear most about unionization was that

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Question 14

In steel and iron production,the British lost their position of leadership and fell behind

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Germany accelerated their steel and iron production during the late 19th century and surpassed Britain, becoming the largest producer in Europe by the early 20th century.

Question 15

One example of the rise in consumer goods in Europe during the late 1800s was

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Ready-made clothing became increasingly popular during the late 1800s due to the industrialization of textile production and the growth of department stores. This made clothing more affordable and accessible to the general population. While the other options also saw rises in popularity during this time period, ready-made clothing had a much more significant impact on consumer culture in Europe.

Question 16

How did Europeans respond to the Second Industrial Revolution?

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Question 17

Which of the following is true of European life during the Second Industrial Revolution?

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During the Second Industrial Revolution, family size decreased in Western Europe as a result of improved access to birth control and a shift towards urbanization and industrialization. The other options are incorrect as there was not a rise in the standard of living east into Russia, mortality rates decreased overall, and none of the options are not true.

Question 18

Why and where did Europeans migrate at the end of the 19?? century and early 20?? century?

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Question 19

Discuss the Second Industrial Revolution including key components,individuals,and nations.

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Question 20

Of these late 19?? century developments,the one which most improved the daily lives of the average population was

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The application of electrical power allowed for the widespread use of electric lighting, which drastically improved the daily lives of people by increasing productivity, extending working hours, and providing more opportunities for leisure activities. It also facilitated the invention of new household appliances and tools that made cooking, cleaning, and other tasks much easier and faster.

Quiz 33: Advanced Industrial Society