The Impact of the Industrial Revolution

Examine the changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution in the late 18th and 19th centuries. Discuss technological advancements and their impact on society, including changes in the economy, social structures, urbanization, and the environment. Analyze both the short-term and long-term effects of these changes on different groups of people around the world. Throughout your evidence, argue whether the Industrial Revolution and its effects should be considered a positive or negative event in history. Support your argument with specific examples. Reflect on how the consequences of the Industrial Revolution continue to influence our modern world.