13: The 1931 and 1935 elections Flashcards
1
Q
Why did the Conservatives want an election after National Government?
A
It would strengthen their position after the Labour government’s collapse in August
2
Q
What did the government ask for to deal with the crisis?
A
A doctor’s mandate- medicine that might not be pleasant
3
Q
How many seats did the National Government win?
A
554 (67%)
4
Q
How many seats did the conservatives win in 1931?
A
473 (55.2%)
5
Q
How many seats did the Labour government win 1931?
A
52 (30.6%)
6
Q
How many seats did the Liberals win in 1931?
A
33 (6.5%)
7
Q
How many MPs were against the National government?
A
61
8
Q
How many seats did the Conservatives win in 1935?
A
432 (53.7%)
9
Q
How many seats did the Labour win in 1935?
A
154 (37.9%)
10
Q
How many seats did the Liberals win in 1935?
A
20 (6.4%)
