Final Review Pt.6 Flashcards
To dare this royal has been the longest reigning monarch in British history.
Queen Elizabeth
In this era it was said, “The sun never sets on the British Empire.” How much of the world did Britain control?
1/5
If you are referred to as being Victorian, the characterization means that you are most likely?
Conservative
Despite an initially booming economy and rapid industrialization, writers and activists voiced their concerns about…?
Terrible factory conditions
One positive reform of the time was in the realm of education. To attain admission into higher education, a student needed to….?
Pass an entrance exam
Annie Besant, an activist on behalf of woman, published some controversial advice meant to help women learn about…?
Birth control
This terrible calamity led scores of individuals to immigrate to the U.S. among other countries. At home, one million died as a result.
Irish potato famine
These mandates benefitted famers but angered ordinary consumers because they raised prices on food.
Corn laws
This positive reform benefited only British men.
Universal male suffrage