Causes of the Industrial Revolution in the USA

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What was one major cause of the Industrial Revolution in the USA?
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The Embargo Act of 1807 and the War of 1812 pushed the United States towards industrialization by cutting off British goods, forcing Americans to manufacture their own goods.
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How did technological innovation contribute to the industrialization in the USA?
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Technological innovations such as the cotton gin and interchangeable parts revolutionized production processes in the USA, enabling mass production.
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What role did the agrarian economy play in the USA’s industrialization?
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The abundance of natural resources, particularly cotton, provided raw materials necessary for textile production in factories, fueling industrial growth.
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In what way did the American system of government encourage the Industrial Revolution?
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Government policies, including patent laws, provided protection and incentives for inventors, fostering innovation and industrial growth.
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What was the importance of the transportation network in the USA during the Industrial Revolution?
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The development of railways and canals facilitated the efficient transportation of goods and resources, linking raw materials to markets.
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