Rebecca Riots Quiz

Who were Rebecca and her daughters in the context of the Rebecca Riots?

• A group of women who led protests in south-west Wales

• A group of men who attacked tollgates in south-west Wales

• A political party that formed in response to tollgate fees

• A charity organization that helped people affected by tollgate fees

What were the Rebecca and her daughters protesting against during the Rebecca Riots?

• The lack of voting rights for women

• The imposition of expensive tolls on turnpike roads

• The working conditions in coal mines

• The treatment of farm animals

During what years did the Rebecca Riots take place?

• Between 1830 and 1835

• Between 1839 and 1843

• Between 1845 and 1850

• Between 1851 and 1855

What was the Ceffyl Pren used for in rural Wales?

• A method of transportation

• A form of physical punishment

• A type of entertainment

• A farming tool

Why did the farmers revolt against the turnpike trusts?

• Because they wanted to avoid paying taxes

• Because the roads were in poor condition

• Because it was a very expensive system for them

• Because they were protesting against the government

What did the men wear to hide their identities during the revolt against the turnpike system?

• Masks and gloves

• Helmets and shields

• Women's clothing and blackened their faces

• Uniforms and badges

Who are thought to have used the Ceffyl Pren on tollgate keepers and those who disagreed with their actions?

• The local law enforcement

• The turnpike trust members

• The Rebecca rioters

• The farmers' union

When did Rebecca and her daughters' first attack happen during the Rebecca Riots?

• 13 May 1838

• 13 May 1839

• 13 May 1840

• 13 May 1841

Where did Rebecca and her daughters' first attack occur during the Rebecca Riots?

• Efailwen tollgate in Pembrokeshire

• Efailwen tollgate in Carmarthenshire

• Efailwen tollgate in Swansea

• Efailwen tollgate in Cardiff

How many attacks were there in the series during the Rebecca Riots in south-west Wales?

• 400 attacks

• 500 attacks

• 600 attacks

• 700 attacks