Assessment #1: Industrialization and Imperialism by Morgan Pierson

1764- The Spinning Jenny

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The spinning Jenny was two times faster then like hand knitting yarn. The spinning jenny made it easier for yarn to be made in bigger quantities. Because more yarn was being made the more it could be sold, so this was a major plus for people who used yarn for their business.

1838- The Coronation of Queen Victoria

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Queen Victoria had a major impact on Imperialism not only because she was demanding but she was also very young. She started claiming land quicker then anyone ever has and this was one of the reasons Great Britain became powerful.

1804- Steam Engine

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The Steam Engine had a major impact on the Industrial Revolution. This engine not only helped goods be moved around quicker but exported as well. Not to mention it moved factories away from rivers.

1823- Macadam Roads

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The Macadam Roads played a very important role in the Industrial revolution. The Roads helped people on horses travel faster rather then having to travel through all of the mud and dirt especially when it rained. These roads made daily traveling life be less of a hassle.

1858- England colonized India

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England Colonizing India started only with England setting up trading posts however it led to them taking complete control over India. England began putting citizens of India to work and produce and sell products only for England's well being. This was so important because England conquered a whole country like it was nothing.

1897- Benin Massacre

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The Benin Massacre occurred because Benin did not want to be like every other country and be ruled by a European country. This was important because it showed how African countries did not want to be ruled by European countries and that Imperialism was really only beneficial for European countries.