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The Industrial Revolution
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Write a note on water frame and mule. 

Answer

i. The water frame, which Richard Arkwright (1732-92) invented in 1769, produced a much stronger thread than before. This also made it possible to weave pure cotton fabrics rather than fabrics that combined linen and cotton yarn.


ii. The mule was the nickname for a machine invented in 1779 by Samuel Crompton (1753-1827) that allowed the spinning of strong and fine yarn.

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Some More Questions From The Industrial Revolution Chapter

In which country did the Industrial Revolution being first? How did it affect the living and working conditions of the working class in the beginning?

Who used the term 'Industrial Revolution'? 

Mention any two features of the Economic System that grew as a result of the factory System.

What is the system of society created by the Industrial Revolution called? How was it different from the system which existed in Europe
earlier?

Describe Trade Unions.

Mention the aims of the Trade Unions.

“Industrialisation gave birth to Imperialism.” Describe. 

The Industrial Revolution was the beginning of a 'Machine Age'. Justify.

Describe the effects of Industrialisation on Transport. 

Describe the significance of the flying shuttle loom and spinning jenny.