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Widening the franchise in 19th century Britain

The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Widening the franchise in 19th century Britain”, from the unit “Widening the franchise: who gained the right to vote?” (Year 9 History) by Oak National Academy.

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12 questions

  1. In Britain, which group of politicians is responsible for making laws?
  2. Write the missing word. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Britain experienced an ___ Revolution.
  3. What was temporarily abolished in England after the English Civil War?
  4. When was the Great Reform Act passed?
  5. Which statement is most accurate about early 19th century in Britain?
  6. Starting with the earliest, sort the following events into chronological order.
  7. Write the missing word. If somebody is denied the right to vote then they have been ...
  8. Write the missing word. Lord John Russell gained the nickname '___ Jack' after the Great Reform Act was passed.
  9. Match each reform act with its impact.
  10. How did the Third Reform Act affect the size of the franchise?
  11. Why do most historians argue that Britain was still a partial democracy even after 1884?
  12. Starting with the earliest, sort the following events into chronological order.

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