The future of the Empire — Life in the UK Test practice questions
These practice questions cover The future of the Empire, part of the A long and illustrious history chapter of the official handbook, Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents. The correct answer and a clear explanation sit under every question.
Practice questions
What did supporters of Empire expansion believe Britain gained from it?
- The right to vote for all adults
- More automatic independence
- ✓ Increased trade and commerce — Correct answer
- A shorter war in Europe
Supporters of Empire expansion believed Britain gained increased trade and commerce. Others thought the Empire had become too large and costly.
Which conflict made discussion about the future of the Empire more urgent?
- ✓ The Boer War of 1899 to 1902 — Correct answer
- The Blitz
- The Easter Rising
- The First World War
The Boer War of 1899 to 1902 made discussion about the future of the Empire more urgent. It was fought in South Africa against the Boer republics.
Where was Rudyard Kipling born?
- South Africa
- Austria
- ✓ India — Correct answer
- Birmingham
Rudyard Kipling was born in India in 1865. He is an important writer in British literature, and he later lived in India, the UK, and the USA.
Which conflict is named as making the debate about the Empire more urgent?
- The Second World War
- The Crimean War
- The Easter Rising
- ✓ The Boer War of 1899 to 1902 — Correct answer
The Boer War of 1899 to 1902 made the discussion about the future of the Empire more urgent. It was fought in South Africa against settlers from the Netherlands called the Boers.
What did supporters of Empire expansion believe?
- ✓ That the Empire benefited Britain through increased trade and commerce — Correct answer
- That the Empire should be broken up immediately
- That the Empire had no effect on Britain
- That the Empire should only cover India
Supporters of expansion believed the Empire benefited Britain through increased trade and commerce. Others thought it had grown too large and was a drain on resources.