Effect of the Industrial Revolution Portfolio
Record your answers below.
Question 1
Pick two areas that you would like to focus on to show the differences between the social classes during the Industrial Revolution. The areas can be: housing, clothing, food, jobs, leisure activities, etc. Then, apply technology and research images that represent the differences for each class. You will need a total of six images (2 for each social class). Along with the images, you will write brief descriptions of each including the approximate time period, region of the world, and any other facts you find interesting about the images. If you are unable to provide a copy of each image, you may provide links for each image.
Question 2
Now that you have selected your images. Write an explanation of the middle and working class.
What would someone need to know about each class to identify the differences? You
will put the images and descriptions together on a digital or physical poster.
Question 3
Provide a description of how you will organize your poster images and descriptions.
Question 1:
Areas selected: housing and clothing
Image 1: Housing for the Upper Class
- Description: A large, ornate mansion with multiple stories and sprawling gardens
- Time period: 19th century during the Industrial Revolution
- Region of the world: Europe, specifically England
- Additional facts: These mansions were typically owned by wealthy industrialists and aristocrats, showcasing the wealth and luxury of the upper class.
Image 2: Housing for the Working Class
- Description: Cramped, overcrowded tenement buildings with little to no privacy or amenities
- Time period: 19th century during the Industrial Revolution
- Region of the world: Urban areas in Europe and the United States
- Additional facts: The working class often lived in these poor conditions due to low wages and lack of adequate housing options, leading to health and sanitation issues.
Image 3: Clothing for the Upper Class
- Description: Elaborately designed dresses and suits made of luxurious materials such as silk and lace
- Time period: 19th century during the Industrial Revolution
- Region of the world: Europe and North America
- Additional facts: The upper class could afford to wear extravagant clothing to showcase their wealth and social status.
Image 4: Clothing for the Working Class
- Description: Simple, practical clothing made of cheap, durable fabrics such as cotton and wool
- Time period: 19th century during the Industrial Revolution
- Region of the world: Industrial urban areas in Europe and the United States
- Additional facts: The working class had limited resources to spend on clothing, so they often wore garments that were plain and functional.
Question 2:
Explanation of the Middle and Working Class:
The middle class during the Industrial Revolution consisted of entrepreneurs, shopkeepers, and professionals who had more economic stability than the working class but less wealth and power than the upper class. They often lived in modest homes and wore clothing that was fashionable but not as extravagant as the upper class. The working class, on the other hand, included factory workers, laborers, and domestic servants who faced harsh working conditions and low wages. They lived in crowded tenements and wore simple, practical clothing that was affordable and durable.
To identify the differences between the middle and working class, one would need to consider factors such as occupation, income, living conditions, clothing style, and access to education and social opportunities.
Question 3:
Poster Organization:
I will organize the poster by dividing it into two sections, one for the upper class and middle class, and the other for the working class. Each section will include images and descriptions of housing and clothing for each social class, highlighting the stark differences in living conditions and material wealth during the Industrial Revolution. The poster will be visually engaging with clear headings and concise information to convey the social disparities of the time period.