Lesson 32 How democratic was Britain by 1885? Aim: To assess the short and long term significance of 1867 Reform Act on democracy in Britain

Starting Off… What point is the cartoonist making? Do you agree with the source? Explain – 4 points

Consider what the original terms of Disraeli’s act were

Consider what the original terms of Disraeli’s act were

Consider what the original terms of Disraeli’s act were

Democracy in the making; 1867-1885 Complete the table detailing the 5 key reform acts passed 1867-1885. Consider the immediate consequences, significance (long-term) and limitations.

HOW DEMOCRATIC WAS BRITAIN BY 1885? ACT KEY TERMS CONSEQUENCES/ OUTCOME SIGNIFICANCE LIMITATION 1867 Second Parliamentary Reform Act Ballot Act 1872 Corrupt and Illegal Practices Prevention Act 1883 Representation of the People Act 1884 Redistribution of Seats Act 1885

To what extent had democracy been achieved HOMEWORK - JUDGEMENT To what extent had democracy been achieved in Britain by 1885? Balanced – great extent and less extent 3 arguments supported by explicit reference to key acts – significance or limitations for both views Consider comparing to period pre 1867 and/or pre 1832 to justify views Consider what had changed and what had remained the same Rank arguments in terms of importance Determine limitation/challenges to the view you do not agree with Democracy – what does it mean? For who?

HOW DEMOCRATIC WAS BRITAIN BY 1885? ACT KEY TERMS CONSEQUENCES/ OUTCOME SIGNIFICANCE LIMITATION 1867 Second Parliamentary Reform Act Ballot Act 1872 Corrupt and Illegal Practices Prevention Act 1883 Representation of the People Act 1884 Redistribution of Seats Act 1885