Multiple choice

How were China and India similar before the Industrial Revolution?

  1. They controlled markets in silk and textiles, respectively.

  2. Both had a large middle class of artisans and craftsmen

  3. They had great difficulties feeding massive populations

  4. Both practiced Isolationism

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Explanation

Before the Industrial Revolution, China and India were global leaders in manufacturing, specifically dominating the silk and textile markets respectively. Their high-quality goods were highly sought after by European merchants.