The Effects of the Industrial Revolution Positive Negative It developed the economy Communication and transportation improved Telegraphs and railroads emerged It caused the mechanization of agriculture Improved medical care Water in canals was contaminated Cities are growing but becoming overcrowded The pollution was getting bad A gap between the Bourgeoisie and the working class What are 3 Economic & Political Responses to Industrialization And what are the: Positive Negative a) Capitalism Socialism b) Socialism Communism c) Capitalism Communism d) Communism Capitalism