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What was the main aim of the Chartist movement?
What was the main aim of the Chartist movement?
- To establish an independent political party for the working class
- To achieve universal male suffrage and electoral reform (correct)
- To advocate for women's suffrage and equal pay
- To demand the abolition of the monarchy and establishment of a republic
What were the demands outlined in the People's Charter written by William Lovett?
What were the demands outlined in the People's Charter written by William Lovett?
- Universal male suffrage, secret ballots, and equal electoral districts (correct)
- Equal representation for all regions, abolition of property tax, and free education for all
- Universal suffrage for all, regardless of gender or property ownership
- Abolition of the monarchy, annual elected Parliaments, and payment for MPs
How did the Chartist movement engage in advocating for change?
How did the Chartist movement engage in advocating for change?
- By infiltrating the government and influencing policies from within
- Through peaceful and non-violent means such as petitions and meetings (correct)
- Through international lobbying and seeking support from foreign governments
- By organizing armed uprisings and violent protests
What was the significance of the Representation of the People Act in 1832 in relation to the Chartist movement?
What was the significance of the Representation of the People Act in 1832 in relation to the Chartist movement?
What type of support did the Chartist movement draw from communities?
What type of support did the Chartist movement draw from communities?
What did the Chartist movement demand in terms of political reform?
What did the Chartist movement demand in terms of political reform?
What was the historical origin of the name 'Chartism'?
What was the historical origin of the name 'Chartism'?
What method did the Chartist movement advocate for in conducting elections?
What method did the Chartist movement advocate for in conducting elections?
How long did the Chartist movement last?
How long did the Chartist movement last?
What was the primary method used by the Chartist movement to express their grievances?
What was the primary method used by the Chartist movement to express their grievances?
What was the purpose of the National Land Company launched by the Chartists?
What was the purpose of the National Land Company launched by the Chartists?
What event in France in 1848 had an impact on the Chartists?
What event in France in 1848 had an impact on the Chartists?
What action did parliament take to combat the Chartist movement?
What action did parliament take to combat the Chartist movement?
What was the outcome of the 1850s for the Chartist movement?
What was the outcome of the 1850s for the Chartist movement?
What was the significance of the Chartist movement's efforts?
What was the significance of the Chartist movement's efforts?
What led to the shutdown of the National Land Company launched by the Chartists?
What led to the shutdown of the National Land Company launched by the Chartists?
Who was elected for the Nottingham constituency in 1847, becoming the first of his kind?
Who was elected for the Nottingham constituency in 1847, becoming the first of his kind?
What was the response to preparations for mass demonstrations by the Chartists?
What was the response to preparations for mass demonstrations by the Chartists?
What happened to an individual called William Cuffay as a result of parliament's measures?
What happened to an individual called William Cuffay as a result of parliament's measures?
What was the final outcome for the Chartist movement?
What was the final outcome for the Chartist movement?
What was the aim of the 1834 Poor Law Amendment?
What was the aim of the 1834 Poor Law Amendment?
Where did Chartism have strongholds in Britain?
Where did Chartism have strongholds in Britain?
What was the significance of the People’s Charter published in 1838?
What was the significance of the People’s Charter published in 1838?
What was the outcome of the National Convention's 1.3 million signatures presented to the House of Commons?
What was the outcome of the National Convention's 1.3 million signatures presented to the House of Commons?
What were the consequences of the rejection of the second petition in 1842?
What were the consequences of the rejection of the second petition in 1842?
What role did periodicals like 'The Poor Man’s Guardian' and the Northern Star play in Chartism?
What role did periodicals like 'The Poor Man’s Guardian' and the Northern Star play in Chartism?
What was the government's response to outbreaks of violence during the Chartist Movement?
What was the government's response to outbreaks of violence during the Chartist Movement?
What was the significance of the Newport uprising in 1839?
What was the significance of the Newport uprising in 1839?
What was the primary demand of the Chartist Movement?
What was the primary demand of the Chartist Movement?
What was the main focus of the London Working Men’s Association and the Carmarthen Working Men’s Association?
What was the main focus of the London Working Men’s Association and the Carmarthen Working Men’s Association?
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Study Notes
The Chartist Movement in 19th Century Britain
- The 1832 Reform Act extended the franchise to small landowners, tenant farmers, and shopkeepers, but excluded many working men who did not own property.
- The Whig government's actions, including the 1834 Poor Law Amendment, alienated and stoked the disenfranchised, leading to agitation for change.
- The Poor Law Amendment aimed to lower the cost of the poor relief system and replace it with workhouses, leading to harsh conditions for the destitute and unemployed.
- Chartism, a movement for universal male suffrage, gained traction in the late 1830s as a means to address social injustices.
- Chartism had strongholds in the north of England, Midlands, Welsh Valleys, and sympathy in the south, with the London Working Men’s Association and the Carmarthen Working Men’s Association being key platforms.
- Periodicals, such as "The Poor Man’s Guardian" and the Northern Star, were vital in disseminating information and organizing meetings, reflecting the movement's popularity.
- In 1838, the People’s Charter was published, outlining demands for working men's ability to influence, vote, and contribute to law-making, unifying the movement.
- The National Convention was organized, and 1.3 million signatures were secured to present to the House of Commons, but their calls were rejected, leading to radical elements making calls for an uprising.
- The Newport uprising in 1839 led to a bloody battle, with subsequent attempts in Bradford and Sheffield being stopped before taking off.
- In 1842, a second petition with double the signatures was rejected, leading to economic hardship, strikes, and unrest, and a government crackdown on leading figures of the movement.
- The movement faced challenges from the government, including arrests of key figures, and a harsh response to outbreaks of violence.
- The Chartist Movement represented a significant battle for working people, striving for political representation and economic improvement in the face of government resistance and repression.
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