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When did America transition from a pre-industrial society into the industrial age?
 
  a. In 1776 c. Before the Revolution b. In 1812 d. After the Civil War

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What institution encouraged the Europeans to cultivate invention?
 
  a. The Church c. The work ethic b. The University system d. The market



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
According to Ruth Schwartz Cown America began to transition into the industrial age after the Civil War.



Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
David Landes claimed that the market encouraged Europeans to cultivate invention.




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