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What is the Industrial Revolution?
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A period between the 18th and 19th centuries marked by major changes in agriculture, manufacturing, mining, and transport that had a profound effect on the socioeconomic and cultural conditions.
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Which industry was first affected by the Industrial Revolution?
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The textile industry was the first to be transformed by the Industrial Revolution.
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Who was Marco Polo and what was he known for?
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Marco Polo was a Venetian merchant and explorer known for his travels to Asia and his detailed accounts of his journeys in "The Travels of Marco Polo."
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What significant contribution did Henry Ford make to industrial manufacturing?
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Henry Ford developed the assembly line technique of mass production, which significantly reduced the cost of automobiles and made them accessible to a broader audience.
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Who was Christopher Columbus, and what is he famous for?
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Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer known for his 1492 voyage across the Atlantic Ocean, which led to the European awareness of the American continents.
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What were the main goals of the Indian independence movement?
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The main goals were to gain political freedom from British colonial rule and establish an independent nation.
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When did Kenya gain independence from British colonial rule?
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Kenya gained independence on December 12, 1963.
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What were the Opium Wars, and who fought them?
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The Opium Wars were a series of conflicts between Britain and China in the mid-19th century, primarily over the trade of opium.
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What was the Treaty of Nanking and its significance?
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The Treaty of Nanking, signed in 1842, ended the First Opium War and ceded Hong Kong to Britain, opening several Chinese ports to British trade.
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How did the Opium Wars impact China?
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The Opium Wars weakened the Qing dynasty, led to significant territorial concessions, and increased foreign influence in China.
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Define globalization in a historical context.
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Globalization refers to the process by which businesses and other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale, historically expanding from the Age of Exploration onwards.
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What are some effects of globalization in the modern world?
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Effects include increased economic interdependence, cultural exchange, and the spread of technology and information.
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How did the Industrial Revolution contribute to globalization?
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It facilitated increased production and trade, improved transportation, and led to the expansion of global markets.
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What role did the explorers like Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus play in globalization?
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They opened up new trade routes and connected previously isolated regions, laying the groundwork for global interaction.
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What major technological innovation is Henry Ford associated with, and how did it impact society?
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Henry Ford is associated with the assembly line, which revolutionized manufacturing and made goods, especially automobiles, more affordable for the average person.
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Who were some key figures in the Indian independence movement?
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Key figures included Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas Chandra Bose.
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Describe the role of the Mau Mau uprising in Kenyan independence.
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The Mau Mau uprising was a significant force for change that highlighted the injustices of colonial rule and was a catalyst for Kenya's path to independence.
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What was one of the largest impacts of the Opium Wars on Britain?
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The Opium Wars allowed Britain to expand its trade and economic influence in China and acquire trading privileges.
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How did the economies change in the regions affected by the Industrial Revolution?
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Economies shifted from agriculture-based to industrial and urban, with significant growth in manufacturing and production capabilities.
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What ongoing effect does globalization of the past have on today’s world?
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It has led to interconnected economies, cultures, and political systems, increasing cooperation and competition on a global scale.
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