Crimes and criminals in industrial Britain (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Quizzes
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What was smuggling in industrial Britain?
What was smuggling in industrial Britain?
Secret trade to avoid customs duties
Which century became known as the golden age of smuggling in Britain?
Which century became known as the golden age of smuggling in Britain?
18th century
In 1784, the tax on tea was reduced from what percentage to 12%?
In 1784, the tax on tea was reduced from what percentage to 12%?
119%
How many active smugglers were estimated by the middle of the 18th century?
How many active smugglers were estimated by the middle of the 18th century?
20,000
How many members typically made up a smuggling gang?
How many members typically made up a smuggling gang?
100 members
Which famous catch phrase did highwaymen use?
Which famous catch phrase did highwaymen use?
Stand and deliver!
What was a footpad?
What was a footpad?
A robber on foot
In which year was Dick Turpin hanged?
In which year was Dick Turpin hanged?
1739
What helped reduce highway robbery in the 19th century?
What helped reduce highway robbery in the 19th century?
Increased number of banks
When was the Frame Breaking Act passed?
When was the Frame Breaking Act passed?
1812
What were 'thimble skewers' known for stealing?
What were 'thimble skewers' known for stealing?
Pocket watches
What was the most common type of theft in industrial towns?
What was the most common type of theft in industrial towns?
Pickpocketing
Which areas were part of the 'evil square mile' linked to Jack the Ripper?
Which areas were part of the 'evil square mile' linked to Jack the Ripper?
Whitechapel, Aldgate, Spitalfields