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1G Challenge and Transformation: Britain, c1851–1964

Parliament and the Franchise before 1867

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Recall questions on the two chambers and the powers of the Lords, and on how few men could vote and on what qualification.

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Key term

What were the two chambers of Parliament in mid-19th century Britain?

Key term

What were 'pocket boroughs'?

Key term

How did the landed elite control local government in mid-19th century Britain?

Questions from this subtopic

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  1. 1

    What were the two chambers of Parliament in mid-19th century Britain?

    Model answer

    The House of Commons (elected) and the House of Lords (hereditary peers and bishops)

  2. 2

    What significant power did the House of Lords retain in mid-19th century Britain?

    Model answer

    The power to block or amend legislation

  3. 3

    What proportion of adult males could vote before 1867?

    Model answer

    Approximately one in five adult males

  4. 4

    What qualification was required to vote before 1867?

    Model answer

    Male property owners meeting specific property qualifications

  5. 5

    What were 'pocket boroughs'?

    Model answer

    Constituencies controlled by wealthy patrons

  6. 6

    How were constituencies unevenly distributed before reform?

    Model answer

    Rural areas were over-represented compared to growing industrial towns, and some boroughs were controlled by wealthy patrons

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