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Social developments: prosperity and poverty in towns and countryside; regional divisions; influences including Evangelicalism; 'self-help'; trade unions and education.
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Economy, society and politics, 1846–1885 (A-level only)
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Economy, society and politics, 1846–1885 (A-level only)
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Social developments: prosperity and poverty in towns and countryside; regional divisions; influences including Evangelicalism; 'self-help'; trade unions and education
- This point belongs to Economy, society and politics, 1846–1885 (A-level only), especially Economy, society and politics, 1846–1885 (A-level only).
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Which of the following factors contributed most significantly to the rise of trade unions in Britain between 1846 and 1885?
Direct answer
The introduction of the Factory Acts provided legal recognition and protection for workers, which encouraged the formation of trade unions.
Key terms
- Urbanization: The process by which cities grow as populations migrate from rural areas to urban centers, often resulting in social and economic changes.
- Evangelicalism: A movement within Protestant Christianity that emphasizes personal faith, social reform, and the importance of spreading the Gospel.
Common trap
Overgeneralizing the impact of industrialization: Acknowledge that while some benefited, many faced severe hardships, and conditions varied widely across regions and social classes.
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