Final Review Pt.6 Flashcards

1
Q

To dare this royal has been the longest reigning monarch in British history.

A

Queen Elizabeth

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2
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In this era it was said, “The sun never sets on the British Empire.” How much of the world did Britain control?

A

1/5

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3
Q

If you are referred to as being Victorian, the characterization means that you are most likely?

A

Conservative

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4
Q

Despite an initially booming economy and rapid industrialization, writers and activists voiced their concerns about…?

A

Terrible factory conditions

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5
Q

One positive reform of the time was in the realm of education. To attain admission into higher education, a student needed to….?

A

Pass an entrance exam

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6
Q

Annie Besant, an activist on behalf of woman, published some controversial advice meant to help women learn about…?

A

Birth control

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7
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This terrible calamity led scores of individuals to immigrate to the U.S. among other countries. At home, one million died as a result.

A

Irish potato famine

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8
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These mandates benefitted famers but angered ordinary consumers because they raised prices on food.

A

Corn laws

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9
Q

This positive reform benefited only British men.

A

Universal male suffrage

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