Industrial revolution — KCSE History & Government

KCSE History & Government · 40 practice questions · 4 syllabus objectives

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Key learning outcomes for this topic, aligned to the KNEC KCSE syllabus.

Describe the factors that led to the Industrial Revolution in Britain in the 18th and 19th centuries

Describe the social, economic and political effects of the Industrial Revolution on Britain and on the wider world

Explain how the Industrial Revolution contributed to European imperialism in Africa and Asia

Industrial revolution

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State three ways in which the Industrial Revolution facilitated European expansion into Africa. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks

Increased demand for raw materials from Africa to fuel industries (1 mk)

Development of new transportation technologies like railways for easier access (1 mk)

Technological advancements in weaponry that gave Europeans a military advantage (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

Discuss three economic effects of the Industrial Revolution on global trade, providing examples for each effect.

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Part (a) — 3 marks

Increased production capacity led to surplus goods available for export, exemplified by textiles. (1 mk)

Expansion of railways and steamships facilitated faster movement of goods internationally, as seen in the transport of coal and iron. (1 mk)

Rise of new markets in colonies as a result of Britain's industrial output, illustrated by the demand for raw materials. (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

Define the term 'Industrial Revolution' and explain its significance to Britain. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 2 marks

The Industrial Revolution was the period of transition from hand production methods to machine-based manufacturing processes. (1 mk)

It began in Britain in the late 18th century and led to significant economic and social changes. (1 mk)

Part (b) — 1 mark

It transformed Britain's economy from agrarian to industrial, increasing productivity and urbanisation. (1 mk)

State two factors related to agriculture that led to the Industrial Revolution in Britain. (2 marks)

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