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What caused the Luddites to riot?

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The machine-breaking disturbances that rocked the wool and cotton industries were known as the 'Luddite riots'. ... Workers sent threatening letters to employers and broke into factories to destroy the new machines, such as the new wide weaving frames. They also attacked employers, magistrates and food merchants.

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Answer:

The machine-breaking disturbances that rocked the wool and cotton industries were known as the 'Luddite riots'. ... Workers sent threatening letters to employers and broke into factories to destroy the new machines, such as the new wide weaving frames. They also attacked employers, magistrates and food merchants.

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