revolution that transformed the way people worked; refers to the greatly increased output of machine-made goods (in England mid 1700s); agricultural, textile (clothing), manufacturing, communication; created jobs, contributed to nation's economies; raised the standard of living; provided HOPE OF IMPROVEMENT in people's lives; expanded educational opportunitiessignificance: spread ideas of machines through England, Continental Europe, North America; fostered technological progress/invention

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