Settlement Change Over Time

Question 1

What was Newcastle before 1080?

Answer 1

A strategic site
• a Roman fort
• a bridge across the Tyne

Question 2

What was built on Newcastle in 1080?

Answer 2

A Norman castle to defend the northern border

Question 3

How wealthy was Newcastle in 1334?

Answer 3

The 4th wealthiest in England

Question 4

When did Newcastle become an industrial site?

Answer 4

13th century

• coal was discovered along the river and was exported to London

Question 5

What type of city was Newcastle in the 19th century?

Answer 5

Industrial
•ship building
• heavy industry

Question 6

Why did ship building boom in the 20th century?

Answer 6

Increase demand for warships

Question 7

How high was unemployed in jarrow in 1920?

Answer 7

74%

Question 8

When did Newcastle become a market centre?

Answer 8

Second half of the 20th century

Question 9

What type of town is Newcastle today?

Answer 9

A market centre and a tourist destination

Question 10

How many tourists come to Newcastle a year?

Answer 10

1.7 million