Baltimore Polytechnic Institute January 6, 2016 A/A.P. U.S. History Mr. Green

Students will analyze to what extent the farmer of the late 19 th century was impacted by the Industrial Revolution by describing the economic factors that affected the farm

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1. Describe the trends that occurred between 1870 and Identify possible causes for this change in prices. 3. What impacts will happen as a result of these price changes? Describe in detail.

How are prices in this country set? Do you know how buyers and sellers set prices?

Agricultural Production and Prices Identify the X and Y axis. What is this chart telling us? What does this data tell us about the life of the farmer?

Changes come to the farm graphic organizer Increase in Agricultural Production Increase in National Demand Increase in Foreign Markets Increase in Regional Specialization

Students will discuss how the farmer was impacted by the changes in the economy during the Industrial Revolution (both negative and positive impacts) Speculate on possible solutions the farmers may demand from the government to solve their problems.

What problems do the farmers face in the late 19 th century? What are the solutions the farmers believe will alleviate their problems? Writing Assignment: To what extent were the farmers impacted by the industrial revolution? Be sure to include your analysis of the effects felt by the farmer in the late 19 th century. or You are a farmer in the late 19 th century and see the declining price for your wheat. How would you respond to the declining price and what strategies would you develop to address the impact of lower prices for your farm goods.

Finish and submit the exit ticket if you were unable to in class Prepare for 5QQ on Friday