Our word is Industrialism

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Definition of word- The building of factories and manufacturing in a country. This process grew the economies of many cities in America and across Europe.

Definition in OUR words- A system where industries and factories are important to the economy.

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Industrialism led to the rise of factory-based economies. It replaced agricultural work as the primary source of wealth in many countries. This shift brought both growth and challenges to society, including harsh working conditions for laborers.

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Our word is Industrial Revolution

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Definition of word- The time period in which people went from making products by hand at home to making products using machines in factories.

Definition in OUR words- The period when machines and factories changed how things were made.

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The Industrial Revolution began in the late 18th century in Britain. It was marked by major advancements in machinery, transportation, and manufacturing. These changes transformed economies, cities, and daily life around the world.

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Our word is Urbanization

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Definition of word- The growth of cities as a result of a manufacturing economy.

Definition in OUR words- The growth of cities as more people move from rural areas.

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As factories grew, many people moved from rural areas to cities in search of jobs, leading to rapid urbanization. Cities became crowded, with poor living conditions for many workers. This urban shift changed family structures, lifestyles, and social dynamics.

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Our word is Assembly Line

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Definition of word- Arrangement of machines, equipment, and workers in a particular order in which work passes from operation to operation in direct line until the product is assembled.

Definition in OUR words- A method of making products where workers do one task in a line to speed up production.

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The assembly line, introduced during the Industrial Revolution, revolutionized manufacturing. It allowed products to be produced more quickly and at a lower cost by having workers specialize in one task. This method became widely used in industries like automobile production.

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Our word is Innovation

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Definition of word- Introducing something new, like a new idea, method, device, or way to do something.

Definition in OUR words- The process of creating new ideas, products, or ways of doing things.

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Innovation during the Industrial Revolution brought about inventions like the steam engine and power looms. These inventions made production faster and more efficient. They played a key role in transforming economies and society during this time.

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Our word is Working Class

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Definition of word- Class of people who work for their wages, typically in manual labor (like in the factories).

Definition in OUR words- People who have jobs in factories or manual labor, often with lower wages.

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The working class, made up of factory workers and laborers, grew significantly during the Industrial Revolution. These workers often faced long hours, low wages, and dangerous conditions. Despite this, the working class became essential to the success of the industrial economy.

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Our word is Capitalism

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Definition of word- An economic system in which there is a free market, meaning that the government does not control businesses.

Definition in OUR words- An economic system where businesses are owned by individuals who make profits.

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Capitalism grew rapidly during the Industrial Revolution as factory owners sought to maximize profits. Private businesses expanded, and wealth became concentrated in the hands of a few. The growth of capitalism sparked debates about wealth distribution and the role of government.

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Our word is Communism

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Definition of word- A system in which the government is regulating (controlling) all aspects of life in an attempt to bring equality (classless society).

Definition in OUR words- An economic system where all property is owned by the community, and wealth is shared equally.

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The rise of capitalism during the Industrial Revolution led some thinkers to criticize the system. Karl Marx argued that the working class was being exploited by capitalists. He proposed communism as an alternative where wealth and power would be shared equally among all people.

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