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The Scientific and Industrial
Revolution, which happened after
the Renaissance and throughout
the 18 th century, changed every
aspect of human’s life, from the
overall social structure to our
daily lives.
Industrial Revolution contributed
to the rise of the British Empire.
It also sped up the growth of the
middleclass. Technology helped
to produce more food to feed the
ever-growing population. And at
the same time, people left their
home in the countryside to find
work in the cities.