The 1926 General Strike & Britain vs Germany (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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In which year did the General Strike occur in Britain?
In which year did the General Strike occur in Britain?
1926
When was the Gold Standard reintroduced in Britain?
When was the Gold Standard reintroduced in Britain?
1925
What did coal mine owners propose that triggered the lockout?
What did coal mine owners propose that triggered the lockout?
Wage cuts & longer hours
On what date did the General Strike begin?
On what date did the General Strike begin?
May 3, 1926
Approximately how many workers participated in the General Strike?
Approximately how many workers participated in the General Strike?
1.7 million workers
How long did the General Strike last?
How long did the General Strike last?
Nine days
What newspaper did the government produce during the strike?
What newspaper did the government produce during the strike?
The British Gazette
Which act did the government invoke during the General Strike?
Which act did the government invoke during the General Strike?
Emergency Powers Act
What was the immediate outcome when the TUC ended the strike?
What was the immediate outcome when the TUC ended the strike?
No concessions secured
Which Act was passed in 1927 following the General Strike?
Which Act was passed in 1927 following the General Strike?
Trade Disputes & Trade Unions Act
When did hyperinflation peak in Germany?
When did hyperinflation peak in Germany?
1923
What measure helped stabilise Germany's economy in 1924?
What measure helped stabilise Germany's economy in 1924?
Dawes Plan
In which year did the Beer Hall Putsch occur in Germany?
In which year did the Beer Hall Putsch occur in Germany?
1923