Multiple choice How were China and India similar before the Industrial Revolution? They controlled markets in silk and textiles, respectively. Both had a large middle class of artisans and craftsmen They had great difficulties feeding massive populations Both practiced Isolationism Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer 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.