Post-War Britain: A Journey of Transformation and Challenges

Question 1

After World War II, the Labour government in Britain made many changes to the country. Which of the following was NOT one of these changes?

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They kept rationing in place.

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They created the National Health Service.

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They spent more money on schools.

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They helped people find jobs.

Question 2

What was the name of the law that aimed to make cities better places to live?

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New Towns Act

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National Health Service Act

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Minimum Wage Act

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Education Act

Question 3

What was the name of the economic policy adopted by Britain in the 1950s to promote economic growth?

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Keynesianism

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Monetarism

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Laissez-faire

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Marxism

Question 4

What was the Suez Crisis?

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A conflict over control of the Suez Canal

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A diplomatic dispute between Britain and France

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An economic embargo imposed on Egypt

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An armed rebellion in Algeria

Question 5

How did the Suez Crisis affect the feelings of many British people towards their country?

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Disappointed in the government and embarrassed about Britain's role in the world

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Proud of Britain's strength

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Confident in Britain's future and its alliances

Question 6

What was a key feature of the welfare state established in post-war Britain?

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Free healthcare for all citizens

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Unemployment benefits for everyone who lost their job

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Increased military spending

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Reduced taxes for wealthy people

Question 7

Which industry was nationalized by the post-war Labour government?

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Coal mining

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Shipbuilding

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Automobile manufacturing

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Banking

Question 8

What was a major challenge faced by British society after World War II?

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Housing shortage

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Economic recession

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Political instability

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Social unrest

Question 9

Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during the period known as 'post-war Britain'?

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Clement Attlee

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Winston Churchill

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Margaret Thatcher

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Harold Wilson

Question 10

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the rise of consumerism in post-war Britain?

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Government policy to encourage thrift

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Increased availability of consumer goods

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Growth of the advertising industry

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Postponed demand from the war years

Question 11

What was an important lesson learned from the Suez Crisis?

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Britain was not as powerful as it once was

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The Prime Minister at the time had to resign

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Britain and the United States became closer friends

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Nothing important was learned

Question 12

Which political party was in power in Britain for most of the 1950s?

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Conservative Party

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Labour Party

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Liberal Party

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Social Democratic Party

Question 13

Which of the following was NOT a key factor in Britain's economic growth in the 1950s?

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Decline in consumer spending

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Increased manufacturing output

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Expansion of international trade

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Advancements in technology

Question 14

How did the Suez Crisis affect Britain's international standing?

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It damaged Britain's reputation as a global power

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It led to Britain losing control of its colonies

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It strengthened Britain's relationship with the United States

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It had no significant impact

Question 15

Which economic policy emphasized government intervention in the economy?

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Keynesian economics

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Monetarism

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Laissez-faire capitalism

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Socialism

Question 16

What was the main consequence of the Suez Crisis for Britain?

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It marked the end of British imperial rule

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It led to the establishment of the European Union

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It strengthened relations between Britain and the United States

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It had no significant impact

Question 17

Which educational reform introduced a new type of school in post-war Britain?

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Comprehensive schools

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Free university education

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Private school vouchers

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Teacher training enhancements

Question 18

What was the goal of the 'New Towns' initiative?

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To alleviate the housing shortage

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To boost economic development in rural regions

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To protect public health

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To attract foreign investments

Question 19

What was the primary objective of the Common Market?

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To foster economic cooperation among European nations

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To create a unified European currency

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To establish a European military force

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To restrict immigration from Eastern Europe

Question 20

After World War II, the British government set up a welfare system. Which of these was NOT a part of it?

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Only healthcare for soldiers

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Free healthcare for all

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Free education for all

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Nationalized industries

Question 21

In the 1950s, Britain had a strong economy for a short time. What was this period called?

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The Golden Age

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The Great Boom

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The Post-War Miracle

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The Consumer Revolution

Question 22

After World War II, a group of people wanted to make Britain fairer and improve the welfare state. What were they called?

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The Fabian Society

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The New Hope

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The Equality Party

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The People's Front

Question 23

In the 1970s, Britain faced many challenges. Which of these was NOT one of them?

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The country was at war

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The economy was weak

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There were lots of strikes and protests

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The government kept changing

Question 24

Which of the following was NOT a key feature of the welfare state established in post-war Britain?

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Tax cuts for the wealthy

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Free healthcare for all citizens

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Subsidized housing for low-income families

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Universal unemployment benefits

Question 25

Which economic plan did the Conservative government implement in the 1980s?

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Monetarism

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Keynesianism

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Socialism

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Laissez-faire

Question 26

Why was the welfare state established in Britain after World War II?

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To provide essential services and support to citizens

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To boost economic growth

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To reduce unemployment

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To strengthen national security

Question 27

Which of these was NOT a problem faced by Britain after the war?

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Technological advancements

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Housing shortages

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Economic difficulties

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Food rationing

Question 28

What was the purpose of the rationing system used in Britain after the war?

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To ensure fair distribution of essential goods

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To control inflation

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To encourage economic growth

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To prevent black market trading

Question 29

Which event is generally considered the end of the post-war period in Britain?

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Falklands War

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Election of Margaret Thatcher

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Fall of the Berlin Wall

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Death of Winston Churchill

Question 30

Which of the following was a significant long-term effect of the social and economic changes in Britain after World War II?

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Increased social mobility

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Decline of the middle class

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Weakening of trade unions

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Rise of unemployment

Question 31

Which of these was NOT a feature of the welfare state in post-war Britain?

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Compulsory national service

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Free healthcare

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Unemployment benefits

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Affordable housing

Question 32

What was the main reason for the rise of consumerism in post-war Britain?

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The increasing availability of mass-produced goods

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Lower income tax rates

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Government policies encouraging saving

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The decline of traditional hobbies

Question 33

Who was the Prime Minister who led Britain for most of the post-war period?

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Clement Attlee

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Winston Churchill

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Margaret Thatcher

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Tony Blair

Question 34

What was the main difference between the 'baby boomers' and their parents' generation?

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They grew up with more money and fewer difficulties

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They were less likely to go to university

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They had smaller families

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They were more politically active

Question 35

What was the main aim of the welfare state created in Britain after World War II?

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To guarantee healthcare and social benefits for citizens

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To encourage economic expansion and wealth

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To reduce unemployment and poverty

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To strengthen defense and prepare for future conflicts

Question 36

What document presented the principles of Britain's welfare state?

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The Beveridge Report

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The National Insurance Act

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The NHS Act

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The Housing Act

Question 37

Which of the following was **not** a key social and economic change that occurred in Britain after World War II?

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Increase in trade with the Soviet Union

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Establishment of the National Health Service

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Expansion of consumerism

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Strengthening of trade unions

Question 38

What was the name of the social welfare system introduced in Britain after the war?

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The Welfare State

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The Health and Social Care Act

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The National Insurance Act

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The NHS Act

Question 39

Which politician is associated with the introduction of the Welfare State in Britain?

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Clement Attlee

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Winston Churchill

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Margaret Thatcher

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David Lloyd George

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of consumerism?

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Government regulations on consumer spending

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Increased advertising

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Importance placed on status symbols

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Desire for new and trendy products

Question 41

What was the primary aim of the welfare state established in post-war Britain?

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To provide basic necessities and services for all citizens

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To stimulate economic growth and industrialization

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To strengthen the military and defense capabilities

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To increase the authority of the government

Question 42

Who was the Prime Minister of Britain during the implementation of the welfare state?

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Clement Attlee

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Winston Churchill

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Margaret Thatcher

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Tony Blair

Question 43

Which of the following was NOT a popular consumer product in post-war Britain?

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Personal computer

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Television

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Refrigerator

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Washing machine

Question 44

Which of the following was a key feature of the welfare state established after World War II in Britain?

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Providing free healthcare and education

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Encouraging private industry

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Reducing government spending

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Promoting economic inequality

Question 45

What was a significant factor contributing to the rise of consumerism in post-war Britain?

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Economic growth and increased disposable income

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Government rationing

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Scarcity of goods

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Decline in manufacturing

Question 46

What was a key feature of the 1944 Education Act in post-war Britain?

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It abolished tuition fees for secondary education

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It introduced a national curriculum

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It increased the school-leaving age to 18

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It made physical education compulsory

Question 47

Which of the following was NOT a feature of the post-war consensus in British politics?

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Divergence of political views

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A commitment to full employment

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Acceptance of the welfare state

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Nationalization of key industries