THE IRON YEARS

Margaret Thatcher was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from:

• 1980 to 1991
• 1979 to 1990
• 1965 to 1975
• 2000 to 2010

 Which of the following industries did Margaret Thatcher aim to privatise during her time as Prime Minister?

• telecommunications, gas, electricity, water, and transportation
• manufacturing, construction, mining
• technology, entertainment, finance
• education, healthcare, agriculture

Thatcher's government implemented a series of policies collectively known as "Thatcherism." Which of the following is a key element of Thatcherism?

• Increased government regulation
• Nationalization of industries
• Expansion of welfare programs
• Free-market economic policies

The "Miners' Strike" in the 1980s was a major conflict between Margaret Thatcher's government and:

• Labour Party
• United Kingdom Independence Party (UKIP)
• National Union of Mineworkers (NUM)
• British Trade Union Congress (TUC)

What was the main reason behind the Miners' Strike in 1984-1985?

• Proposed closure of coal mines and job losses

• Decreased demand for coal
• Increased wages for miners
• Government intervention in the mining industry

Margaret Thatcher's government was criticised for its handling of the mining sector. How did the government's policies impact coal mining in the UK?

• Led to the expansion of the coal industry

• Resulted in improved working conditions for miners

• Led to the closure of many coal mines

• Increased coal exports to other countries

Which UK region was particularly affected by the closure of coal mines and experienced significant economic challenges during Thatcher's tenure?

• Wales and the South West
• Yorkshire and the North East
• London and the South East
• Scotland and Northern Ireland

The "Poll Tax," introduced by Thatcher's government, was highly unpopular. What was it primarily related to?

• tax on individuals
• tax on goods and services
• tax on corporations
• tax on property

How did Margaret Thatcher's policies impact her popularity and support in Scotland?

• Neutral
• She became highly popular in Scotland

• Her policies led to increased support for the Conservative Party in Scotland

• She faced growing opposition and criticism in Scotland

In which year did Margaret Thatcher resign as Prime Minister of the UK?

• 1985
• 1995
• 2000
• 1990