Question

Which two statements describe how the Industrial Revolution affected the population of Britain?

1. Population growth started slowing down as poverty increased in urban areas.
2. Greater food production led to an increase in the overall population.
3. The population increased rapidly in rural areas where the air was cleaner.
4. The population declined because of deaths caused by poor working conditions.
5. Half of Britain’s population ended up living in cities where jobs were more readily available.

Answer 1

2. Greater food production led to an increase in the overall population