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Which factor did NOT contribute to the Industrial Revolution in the UK?
Which factor did NOT contribute to the Industrial Revolution in the UK?
Queen Victoria was known for her longest reign from 1857 to 1901.
Queen Victoria was known for her longest reign from 1857 to 1901.
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What was the real name of H.R.H. Elizabeth II?
What was the real name of H.R.H. Elizabeth II?
What title was Queen Victoria awarded in 1876?
What title was Queen Victoria awarded in 1876?
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The Industrial Revolution created a __________ cycle that led people to move from the countryside to the cities.
The Industrial Revolution created a __________ cycle that led people to move from the countryside to the cities.
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Elizabeth II had a reign of over 70 years.
Elizabeth II had a reign of over 70 years.
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Who was the first Prime Minister during Elizabeth II's reign?
Who was the first Prime Minister during Elizabeth II's reign?
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Match the following events to their corresponding years:
Match the following events to their corresponding years:
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What was one of the achievements of the royal couple during the Industrial Revolution?
What was one of the achievements of the royal couple during the Industrial Revolution?
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Elizabeth II was crowned in __________ Cathedral.
Elizabeth II was crowned in __________ Cathedral.
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The Chartist movement represented the first organized group of workers seeking political reform.
The Chartist movement represented the first organized group of workers seeking political reform.
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Match the following events with their corresponding years:
Match the following events with their corresponding years:
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Which of these titles did Philip Mountbatten give up to become a British citizen?
Which of these titles did Philip Mountbatten give up to become a British citizen?
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During what period did Queen Victoria reign?
During what period did Queen Victoria reign?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the five giants that the Welfare State aimed to combat?
Which of the following is NOT one of the five giants that the Welfare State aimed to combat?
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The titles of Philip Mountbatten included 'Duke of Greece'.
The titles of Philip Mountbatten included 'Duke of Greece'.
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The National Health Service (NHS) was established in 1948.
The National Health Service (NHS) was established in 1948.
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What act made school mandatory and free until the age of 16 in the UK?
What act made school mandatory and free until the age of 16 in the UK?
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How many children did Elizabeth II have?
How many children did Elizabeth II have?
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Winston Churchill re-became PM in the years _____ to _____.
Winston Churchill re-became PM in the years _____ to _____.
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What year did the SNP hold a referendum for Scottish independence?
What year did the SNP hold a referendum for Scottish independence?
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What was one of the main components of the Industrial Revolution's success in the UK?
What was one of the main components of the Industrial Revolution's success in the UK?
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Match the following components with their corresponding countries in the UK:
Match the following components with their corresponding countries in the UK:
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The steam engine significantly increased the time required for travel in the UK.
The steam engine significantly increased the time required for travel in the UK.
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What political party was created in 1900 as a result of the labor movement?
What political party was created in 1900 as a result of the labor movement?
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Devolution has improved relationships among the four nations of the UK.
Devolution has improved relationships among the four nations of the UK.
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During the Industrial Revolution, many people moved from the countryside to the _____ for jobs.
During the Industrial Revolution, many people moved from the countryside to the _____ for jobs.
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The market is said to be rebuilding itself to address the issue of _____.
The market is said to be rebuilding itself to address the issue of _____.
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Match the following aspects of the Victorian era with their descriptions:
Match the following aspects of the Victorian era with their descriptions:
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What role did children play in the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution?
What role did children play in the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution?
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The Industrial Revolution led to the creation of the bourgeoisie in urban areas.
The Industrial Revolution led to the creation of the bourgeoisie in urban areas.
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What major societal change was triggered by population growth during the Industrial Revolution?
What major societal change was triggered by population growth during the Industrial Revolution?
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What major economic issue was present in the UK during the winter of discontent in 1978-79?
What major economic issue was present in the UK during the winter of discontent in 1978-79?
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Thatcher negotiated with the trade unions during her time in office.
Thatcher negotiated with the trade unions during her time in office.
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What was the unemployment rate in the UK in 1984?
What was the unemployment rate in the UK in 1984?
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Thatcher's government promoted __________ and sold public companies to private entities.
Thatcher's government promoted __________ and sold public companies to private entities.
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Match the following events or characteristics to their descriptions:
Match the following events or characteristics to their descriptions:
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Which of the following kingdoms was NOT part of the Heptarchy?
Which of the following kingdoms was NOT part of the Heptarchy?
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Tony Blair was the first female prime minister of the UK.
Tony Blair was the first female prime minister of the UK.
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What is the term used for the transfer of legislative power to the capital cities in 1999?
What is the term used for the transfer of legislative power to the capital cities in 1999?
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Margaret Thatcher was known as the ___ Lady.
Margaret Thatcher was known as the ___ Lady.
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Match the following powers with their categories:
Match the following powers with their categories:
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What major policy was introduced during Margaret Thatcher's term?
What major policy was introduced during Margaret Thatcher's term?
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What significant event during Thatcher's tenure affected her popularity and later contributed to her resignation?
What significant event during Thatcher's tenure affected her popularity and later contributed to her resignation?
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London has retained all legislative powers since 1999.
London has retained all legislative powers since 1999.
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Study Notes
Socio-economic and Political Spaces
- Course taught by Catherine Jiguet-Jigloux
- 12 weeks long
- Final exam
Industrial Revolution (IR)
- The IR created a pivotal transition for the UK.
- Key factors leading to the IR:
- Scientific progress
- New technologies
- Population growth
- UK economy
Victorian Society
- Queen Victoria ruled from 1837-1901
- A time of peace and growth in the UK
- Victoria had German origins.
- Marriage to Albert and children
- Became Empress of India in 1876, representing power in the colonies
- Era of peace and growth
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Test your knowledge on the fundamental socio-economic and political changes during the Industrial Revolution and the Victorian era. Explore key factors such as scientific progress, new technologies, and the impact of Queen Victoria's reign on British society and its colonies.
