The Industrial Revolution: Population, Agriculture, and Innovation
1. Population Growth: The 18th century saw a tremendous population increase, providing both cheap labor and a growing consumer base. The population of England and Wales rose from approximately 6 million in the 17th century to 9 million by 1801, a 50% increase. While improvements in healthcare, such as hospitals and medical advancements, contributed to a lower death rate, the lack of antiseptics and anesthetics meant hospitals remained dangerous due to infection risks. Therefore, the primary driver
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UNIT 2: The British Empire
Introduction
The international currency was the Pound Sterling, and London City was the economic capital. Psychological impacts on the British were the success due to sobriety, individual effort, and better or higher moral principles. Britain was divided into two: Englishmen and the rest of the world. The Edwardian Era marked the beginning of the end of the Empire. Threats facing it included other empires such as Germany and the United States, revolts throughout the rest
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Global Poverty and Resource Allocation
Areas with Most and Least People Living on Less Than $1 a Day
Most: South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, East Asia and Pacific.
Least: Europe and Central Asia, Middle East and North Africa.
Analysis of Percentage Changes
Most regions have improved wages, reduced food costs, or implemented economic aid programs. However, one region experienced a worsening situation.
Future Predictions
As fossil fuels deplete, countries with abundant natural resources will
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The Crisis of the Ancient Regime
The Ancient Regime was the political and social system in Europe during the Early Modern times. It was characterized by:
- Absolute monarchy as the main form of government.
- A social system based on privileges.
- An agrarian economy.
However, the development of manufacturing and long-distance trade benefited the bourgeoisie, making them the wealthiest social group. The expansion of the bourgeoisie clashed with the old political and social order: the aristocratic way of life
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Economic Terms and Sector Analysis
This document provides definitions and translations of key economic terms, along with an analysis of economic sectors.
| Word | Translation | Definition |
| Profit | Beneficio (economico) / etekina | Win money |
| Benefit | Beneficio (no economico) / onnura | Didn’t win money |
| Financial | Financiero | Problems with the money |
| Gather | Recoger | Products that still have to be worked on before being sold to the end user |
| Primary Sector | Sector primario | Economic activities that grow or gather raw materials from nature |
| Raw |
Spain’s Urban System: Hierarchy and Relationships
Spanish Urban Hierarchy
Metropolis:
- National Cities: The large metropolitan areas of Madrid and Barcelona have populations exceeding 3 million. They offer highly specialized services, numerous offices of multinational and domestic companies, and high-technology industries.
- Metropolitan Regions: These are mid-sized metropolitan areas, including Valencia, Seville, Bilbao, Malaga, and Zaragoza. Their populations range between 500,000 and 1.5 million. They have diverse functions and services.
- Sub-Cities: