HEL The Industrial Revolution changed England more quickly than the French Revolution changed France, yet no weapons were involved--just tools and technology. Today, people in a country that is considered an "industrialized nation" enjoy a very different way of life from people living in "developing countries," which generally lack some or most of the technology and services that people in "modern" countries take for granted.

For this discussion, think about what life would be like for you if the Industrial Revolution had never occurred--anywhere. In a discussion post, describe what would be most different about your life and how you live it if the Industrial Revolution had not occurred. What would you miss most? What aspects of life would be more difficult? Which would be easier, or more enjoyable?