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Task One

The Transportation Revolution

The early part of the Industrial Revolution involved improvements in transportation. The development of steam power revolutionized the functions of trains and boats. New roads made travel from one part of the country easier.

Your first task is to look at the specific developments in transportation. View the power point below and complete the worksheet given to you in class.



Now you will learn a little more about each of the topics below. Click on each of the topics. Read the document and write your responses on the worksheet provided in class.

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