The social and economic background of the UK

Which war did Britain lose in 1783?

American war of Independence.

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Which country was Britain at war with from 1783-1815?

France.

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What type of monarchy did Britain have?

Constitutional monarchy.

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What percentage of adult males could vote 1800?

3%.

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Where did most of the population work in 1783?

In the countryside in the farming industry.

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Where did most of the population work in 1918?

Urban areas in the manufacturing and commerce industries.

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Which social class did the rise of industry create?

The industrial middle class.

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Who was threatened by the new industrial middle class?

The aristocracy were politically and economically challenged.

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Which country was Britain at war with from 1783-1815?

France.

What type of monarchy did Britain have?

What percentage of adult males could vote 1800?

Where did most of the population work in 1783?

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