AQA AS Level · History 7041

2M Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition, 1906–1929: Practice Questions

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Question 1

1 mark

What was the primary significance of the Parliament Act of 1911 in the constitutional history of Britain?

Question 2

1 mark

Between 1906 and 1914, how did the Liberal government's 'New Liberalism' differ from traditional 19th-century Gladstonian Liberalism?

Question 3

1 mark

Which of the following was a primary reason for the constitutional crisis and the subsequent Parliament Act of 1911?

Question 4

1 mark

Following the 1918 General Election, what was the primary political consequence of the 'Coupon' issued by Lloyd George and Bonar Law?

Question 5

1 mark

Which of the following was a primary cause of the General Strike of 1926 in Britain?

Question 6

4 marks

In what ways did the 1915 coalition government represent a significant departure from traditional Liberal party governance?

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Question 7

5 marks

Analyze the reasons for Lloyd George's fall from power in 1922, specifically focusing on the role of the Conservative Party and the Chanak Crisis.

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Question 8

3 marks

Explain how the 1918 constitution of the Labour Party changed its political identity and role in British politics.

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Question 9

5 marks

How significant was the 'People's Budget' of 1909 in causing the constitutional crisis of 1910-1911?

In your response, analyze:
- The content and intentions of Lloyd George's budget.
- The reaction of the House of Lords.
- The subsequent impact on the powers of the monarchy and the House of Lords through the Parliament Act 1911.

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Question 10

7 marks

Part a: Explain why the Liberal government introduced the Old Age Pensions Act in 1908.

Part b: "The Liberal welfare reforms of 1906 to 1914 were primarily motivated by the need to maintain national efficiency."
How far do you agree with this statement? Provide a detailed analysis of the various factors, including the influence of 'New Liberalism' and political competition from the Labour Party.

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