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1. What was the First Industrial Revolution and its primary causes? 2. Of those causes which do you think was the most important? a. Oil b. Gas c. Copper d. Coal Per the text, Britain attempted to prevent machinery and skilled workers fro exported to other countries. What do you think was Britain's motive for pre and machines from being used by other countries?

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1. The First Industrial Revolution was a period (late 18th to early 19th century) marked by major industrialization, beginning in Britain. Its primary causes included technological innovations (like the steam engine), access to raw materials, improved transportation, and social/economic changes such as capital investment and labor supply.2. d. Coal Coal was the most important cause because it powered steam engines and factories, enabling mass production and transportation, which were central to industrial growth.3. Britain’s motive for preventing the export of machinery and skilled workers was to maintain its economic dominance. By keeping industrial technology exclusive, Britain could protect its competitive advantage, ensuring continued profits and global influence during the early stages of industrialization.

Explanation

1. This is a short answer question asking for a definition and causes of the First Industrial Revolution.2. This is a multiple choice question about the most important cause, requiring selection and justification.3. This is a short answer question seeking an opinion on Britain's motive for restricting exports of machinery and skilled workers.