Economic and Social Issues in Interwar Britain (1920-39) (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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In what year did Britain return to the Gold Standard?
In what year did Britain return to the Gold Standard?
1925
What effect did the overvalued pound have on British goods?
What effect did the overvalued pound have on British goods?
Made them more expensive internationally
Which industries were Inner Britain heavily reliant on?
Which industries were Inner Britain heavily reliant on?
Coal, steel & shipbuilding
Which regions made up Outer Britain?
Which regions made up Outer Britain?
South of England & London
What was the common name for unemployment benefits introduced by the government?
What was the common name for unemployment benefits introduced by the government?
The dole
Why did the government pursue austerity measures?
Why did the government pursue austerity measures?
To balance budget & maintain Gold Standard
What was a consequence of wage cuts in the 1920s?
What was a consequence of wage cuts in the 1920s?
Widespread discontent & strikes
How was means testing described in terms of its impact on individuals?
How was means testing described in terms of its impact on individuals?
Humiliating & invasive
In what year did the Jarrow March take place?
In what year did the Jarrow March take place?
1936
How many men participated in the Jarrow March?
How many men participated in the Jarrow March?
200
What distance did the Jarrow marchers cover?
What distance did the Jarrow marchers cover?
Nearly 300 miles
Which organisation organised the hunger marches?
Which organisation organised the hunger marches?
NUWM