This era is sometimes introduced as the birth of "modernity" and an
era of "Revolutions." What made
this era distinctive or different from
previous eras? In what ways did
the era continue trends or patterns
that we saw in previous eras?
What explains the changes and
continuities in this era?

What two important inventions did the people from this region share with society?

Which answer best describes an advantage of shipping goods by canal? a) most towns would rather have canals then noisy railroads b) goods could travel very fast downstream in the canal system c) traveling by boat is a much more relaxing way to transport goods. d) heavy loads of goods could travel by boat more easily then if pulled by horses.

What conclusion about the role of the media can be drawn from these headlines?