Life in the UK test practice question · History
Before the 1700s, most people in Britain worked on farms. Where did more and more people work during the 1700s and 1800s?
Answer options
- In banks
- In fishing
- In factories and other industryCorrect
- In tourism
Answer: In factories and other industry
The Industrial Revolution began in Britain around 1760. Machines and new factories drew people from the countryside into the towns.
Checked 8 November 2026