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Innovators and Inventions: The Course to Change, Page 2

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After you have completed this section, you will be able to:

  1. Describe the events that led to the Industrial Revolution in the United States.
  2. Describe contributions that were made during this period in history.
  3. Explain the impact of the Industrial Revolution on American society.
  4. Identify significant individuals that helped foster the spirit of change within America.
  5. Analyze how the Industrial Revolution affected the economy.
  6. Define the following terms:
    • Industrial Revolution
    • Republican virtues
    • Emigrate
    • Interchangeable parts
    • Cotton gin
    • Erie Canal
    • Cumberland Road
    • Turnpike