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What year marked the beginning of significant improvements in the position of women in Britain?
What year marked the beginning of significant improvements in the position of women in Britain?
The USA was a founding member of the League of Nations.
The USA was a founding member of the League of Nations.
False (B)
What is the term used to describe the group of universities in the UK that were established later and primarily taught science and technology?
What is the term used to describe the group of universities in the UK that were established later and primarily taught science and technology?
redbrick universities
The theory of evolution was published by Charles Darwin in the book called _____ .
The theory of evolution was published by Charles Darwin in the book called _____ .
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Match the authors to the topics they discussed in their works:
Match the authors to the topics they discussed in their works:
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What was the primary goal of the suffragettes in the 19th century?
What was the primary goal of the suffragettes in the 19th century?
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In the Tudor period, the Church held little political power.
In the Tudor period, the Church held little political power.
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What sport is referred to as a symbol of fair play in national life?
What sport is referred to as a symbol of fair play in national life?
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A ______________ is an organization formed by workers to negotiate for better conditions.
A ______________ is an organization formed by workers to negotiate for better conditions.
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During Queen Victoria's reign, what was metaphorically referred to as 'England's summer'?
During Queen Victoria's reign, what was metaphorically referred to as 'England's summer'?
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By the end of the 19th century, the USA had surpassed Great Britain in all areas of power.
By the end of the 19th century, the USA had surpassed Great Britain in all areas of power.
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Name one country that was a major power alongside Great Britain in the 19th century.
Name one country that was a major power alongside Great Britain in the 19th century.
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Match the following terms to their correct descriptions:
Match the following terms to their correct descriptions:
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What are redbrick universities?
What are redbrick universities?
It refers to a group of newer British universities, built primarily with brick rather than stone, emerged in the late 19th and early 20th century, emphasizing science and technology to support Britain's industrial growth.
List some redbrick universities
List some redbrick universities
A group of universities established in the UK, built primarily with brick, such as University of Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool, emerged later than older universities like Oxford and Cambridge and were known for their emphasis on science and technology.
Who wrote "The Origin of Species"?
Who wrote "The Origin of Species"?
Charles Darwin, a renowned scientist, published his groundbreaking work on evolution, laying the foundation for modern evolutionary theory.
What is the League of Nations?
What is the League of Nations?
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Name authors who explored taboo topics in their works during this era.
Name authors who explored taboo topics in their works during this era.
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Suffragettes
Suffragettes
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Church's power in the 19th century
Church's power in the 19th century
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Sport representing fair play
Sport representing fair play
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What is a Trade Union?
What is a Trade Union?
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England's Summer
England's Summer
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Was Britain the world's industrial leader in the early 20th century?
Was Britain the world's industrial leader in the early 20th century?
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Study Notes
Suffragette Definition
- Women activists demanding voting rights in national elections formed the suffragette movement
- They were considered radical for their methods
19th Century Church vs Tudor Period
- 19th century: Church's political influence significantly diminished, secular ideas gained importance
- Tudor period: Church held substantial political power, often directly controlled or opposed by the monarch
National Sport Symbol
- Cricket became a symbol of fair play in national life
Trade Union Definition
- Organizations formed by workers and the working class
- Advocated for better working conditions, fair wages, job security, and benefits for members
- Served as a platform for collective bargaining with employers
England's Summer
- Metaphor for a period of peak prosperity and cultural flourishing during Queen Victoria's reign
- Marked by industrialization, expansion of the British Empire, advancements in science, technology, and culture; positive period
19th Century Global Power
- No single nation surpassed Britain in all aspects of power during the 19th century
- France, Russia, Germany, and later the USA came close, but never equaled British power
20th Century British Industrial Power
- Britain was still a major industrial power at the start of the 20th century, but not the sole dominant industrial power
- The United States and Germany were rising industrial powers, competing with Britain in some areas
Darwin's Book of Evolution
- The Origin of Species
Red Brick Universities
- Term used to describe newer, mostly brick-built British universities, differentiating them from older, stone-built universities like Oxford and Cambridge
- Focused on science and technology to serve British industries
- Examples: Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool
19th Century Voting Rights
- Voting age was 21 for men, and property ownership was initially a requirement
- Excluded all women
- 20th century: Voting rights expanded significantly to men
- Later, equal voting rights for men and women over 21, regardless of property ownership
Labour Party and Trade Unions
- Deeply interconnected in the UK
- Shared similar goals for representing and advancing the interests of the working class
Women's Rights Improvement
- The position of women began to improve after 1870
League of Nations
- Organization established after World War I to prevent future conflicts
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This quiz explores various social movements and cultural trends from the 19th century, including the suffragette movement and trade unions. It also contrasts the political influence of the Church during the Tudor period and the 19th century, and discusses England's cultural prosperity during Queen Victoria's reign. Test your knowledge on these significant historical topics.