divisions in power-c.1750-2010

Question 1

What was the Great Reform Act?

Answer 1

The Great Reform Act was a reform of the electoral system in 1832, prompted by public pressure.

Question 2

What pressure did the Labour Party create in the early twentieth century?

Answer 2

The rise in popularity of the Labour Party pressured the Liberals and Conservatives to pass welfare reforms.

Question 3

What did women campaign for in the early twentieth century?

Answer 3

Women campaigned for the right to vote.

Question 4

Why was censorship used during the world wars?

Answer 4

Censorship was used to keep public morale high.

Question 5

What was Arthur Scargill known for?

Answer 5

Arthur Scargill led miners on a year-long strike (1984-85) against Margaret Thatcher’s decision to close some coal mines.

Question 6

What did the CND challenge?

Answer 6

The CND challenged Parliament’s right to sanction the use of nuclear weapons.

Question 7

What criticism did Tony Blair face?

Answer 7

Tony Blair received criticism for his decision to go to war with Iraq.

Question 8

What have regions of the UK been calling for since the 1980s?

Answer 8

Regions of the UK have been calling for devolved powers.