edwardian britain Flashcards
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What percentage of people were living in poverty in Edwardian Britain?
28%
This statistic highlights the widespread nature of poverty during this period.
What time period is referred to as Edwardian Britain?
1901 - 1914
Named after King Edward VII.
What was the class system like in Edwardian Britain?
Strict class system with working, middle, and upper classes
Movement between classes was difficult.
What was a common issue faced by many poor people in Edwardian Britain?
They had jobs but didn’t earn enough for essentials like food or rent.
What happened to the Titanic on April 14, 1912?
It hit an iceberg and sank, killing 1,503 people.
Why did many third class passengers board the Titanic?
They were often emigrating to the USA.
What was one luxury that first class passengers enjoyed on the Titanic?
Gourmet food and access to butlers.
How was Captain Smith in relation to the Titanic crashing?
He ignored ice warnings and sailed at top speed.
What was one of the reasons the Titanic sank?
Watertight compartments were not tall enough.
What were the Liberal Welfare Reforms?
Changes to help the poor in Edwardian Britain
Included free school meals, health checks, old age pensions, national insurance, and labour exchanges.
What was one reform introduced to improve the health of poor children?
Free school meals.
What was the purpose of national insurance in Edwardian Britain?
Workers paid a small amount for free health care and job loss support.
What was the societal expectation for married women in Edwardian Britain?
90% stayed at home as housewives.
How were women treated in the workforce during Edwardian Britain?
They were paid less than men.
What was expected of women in terms of dress and behavior in Edwardian society?
Wear long dresses, not go out alone, and not have their own bank accounts.
Name one famous BAME individual from the Edwardian period.
Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, a musician.
Who was Sophia Duleep Singh?
A leading suffragette.
What was the main goal of the suffragists?
To campaign peacefully for women’s voting rights.
What methods did suffragettes use in their campaigns?
Direct action, including protests and vandalism.
Who was Emily Davison?
A suffragette who died in 1913 after being hit by the king’s horse.
What were the main causes of World War I?
Alliances, militarism, nationalism, imperialism
These factors created tension between countries.
What event triggered World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
What was the reality of life in the trenches during World War I?
Dirty, with rats, poor sanitation, lice, and gas attacks.
