Question

1. Prior to the Industrial Revolution, most people were self-reliant. They grew their own food, made their own clothes, etc. Today, very few are self-sustaining. What do you think caused this change? Explain your answer. Is this progress in your opinion? Why or why not?

Answer 1

Prior to the Industrial Revolution, machines were not often used in factories and in agriculture, therefore, people were self-sustaining. Also they did not have quick resources around them, adding to the reason for their self-sustainment. However, as machinery advanced, factories produced clothing easier and farming took less labor and time; therefore, people today do not need to be self-sustaining due to advance technology in manufacturing and agriculture.(opinion about progress can differ)