Introduction

Question 1

Context

Answer 1

In 1850 Britain could not have been considered a democracy. Voting was based on income qualifications, women were excluded from voting, and indeed corruption was rife. However, Historians argue that reforms were made through the 19th and early 20th centuries to increase the electorate and improve democracy.

Question 2

Factors

Answer 2

Some historians argue that political pressure groups were significant in contributing to Britain becoming more democratic. Others argue that factors such. As the Great War, changing political attitudes and party competition were also important.

Question 3

Line of argument

Answer 3

However, this essay will argue that industrialisation and urbanisation was the most important factor when explaining the democratisation of Britain by 1928.