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Social developments: conditions in urban Britain; changes in the lives of workers and the poor; unions and other working-class movements.
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Political change and social reform, 1832-1846 (A-level only)
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Political change and social reform, 1832-1846 (A-level only)
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Social developments: conditions in urban Britain; changes in the lives of workers and the poor; unions and other working-class movements
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What was one significant outcome of the 1832 Reform Act in Britain?
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The 1832 Reform Act significantly increased the number of voters by redistributing parliamentary seats, particularly benefiting the industrial towns.
Key terms
- Franchise: The right to vote in political elections.
- Urbanization: The process by which cities grow as populations move from rural to urban areas, often leading to significant social and economic changes.
Common trap
Overgeneralizing the impact of reforms: Acknowledge that while reforms like the 1832 Reform Act were significant, they did not achieve all their goals immediately and often required further action.
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