Changes in Society The way of life changed due to the inventions and the lack of man labor. If you were unemployed the chances to get a good job were slim. Although the inventions were remarkable, the outcome for the people were positive and devastating. The steam engine was a good invention, this helped trade both at sea and by land. The railroad was a cheap way to transport manufactured goods. The railroad boosted thousands …showed first 75 words of 239 total…

…showed last 75 words of 239 total…or poor but they were getting by good. There was also a lower middle class which consisted of factory overseers and skilled worker. The poor workers were hit hard with poor living and working conditions. The industrial revolution caused many effects on society, some were good and some were bad. But the thing is that the changes were long term and many workers were effected. The industrial revolution was a thing to remember. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**