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1760, which took place first in _______. It is also called the “______________”. Why was Britain the
first country undergoing the Industrial Revolution?
D. Increase of Production
The British economy underwent the following changes since the 17th century, which were all favourable
to the industrial production:
①. The __________ Movement;
②. The discovery of rich resources like _____ (over-timbering had led to the shortage of charcoal
since the 17th century);
③. _________ replaced homes in running handicraft industries.
F. Political Stability
①. Britain was far away from the European ___________, thus able to escape from the wars and
revolutions which were usually seen on the continent.
②. There was neither strong central government nor autocratic ruler in Britain since the _________
Revolution of 1688. Merchants enjoyed freedom to develop trade and industries.