The Miners Strike: 1984

A quiz to help you understand the miners strike of 1984

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When was the miners' strike?
1982
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What newspaper supported the strike?
Daily Star
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What was a prominent "battle" during the strike?
Battle of Orgreave
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Who was the leader of the NUM?
Arthur Scargill
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What does NUM stand for?
National Union of Mineworkers
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How many pits were to be closed?
20
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Is this a good quiz?
Yes
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What newspaper supported the strike?

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Daily Star

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What was a prominent "battle" during the strike?

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Who was the leader of the NUM?

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What does NUM stand for?

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mick goodman

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i think you should check your questions.

question 1 is 1984 not 1982

Bruno Russell

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um check the answer inputed for qu.1; its 1984 not 1982

Zoe

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great quiz :) only #1 is 1984 like in the title :)

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