- 1. Citizen Clem by John Bew is a comprehensive and engaging biography that delves into the life of Clem Attlee, the British Prime Minister who served from 1945 to 1951 and led the Labour government that established the welfare state in the United Kingdom. Bew meticulously chronicles Attlee's early life, including his education at Oxford, his experiences during World War I, and his evolution into a political figure who would ultimately shape modern Britain. The book highlights Attlee's quiet yet resolute demeanor, his commitment to social justice, and the transformative policies he championed, such as the creation of the National Health Service and the nationalization of key industries. By examining both Attlee's personal character and his significant political achievements, Bew paints a vivid portrait of a leader who prioritized collective welfare over individualism in a time of great social upheaval. The narrative is enriched with historical context, providing readers with an understanding of the political landscape of the time, including the influence of World War II on British society and the Labour Party's ideological evolution. Through deft storytelling and careful research, Citizen Clem serves not only as a biography of a pivotal figure in British history but also as a reflection on the ideals and challenges of 20th-century governance.
Who is the main subject of 'Citizen Clem'?
A) Tony Blair
B) Clement Attlee
C) David Lloyd George
D) Winston Churchill
- 2. What political party did Clement Attlee lead?
A) Socialist Party
B) Liberal Party
C) Labour Party
D) Conservative Party
- 3. In which year did Clement Attlee become Prime Minister?
A) 1935
B) 1945
C) 1950
D) 1940
- 4. Clement Attlee is known for establishing what health service?
A) NHS (National Health Service)
B) Medicare
C) Private Health Insurance
D) Social Security
- 5. Which major international organization did Attlee help found?
A) WTO
B) EU
C) UNESCO
D) NATO
- 6. Before becoming Prime Minister, what position did Attlee hold?
A) Chancellor of the Exchequer
B) Deputy Prime Minister
C) Home Secretary
D) Foreign Secretary
- 7. Clement Attlee served as MP for which constituency?
A) Birmingham Hall Green
B) Walthamstow West
C) Leeds Central
D) Nottingham South
- 8. In terms of personal background, where was Attlee born?
A) Liverpool
B) Birmingham
C) Putney, London
D) Manchester
- 9. Who wrote the biography 'Citizen Clem'?
A) Tony Judt
B) Ian Kershaw
C) John Bew
D) David Kynaston
- 10. What was a major foreign policy goal of Attlee?
A) Isolationism
B) Expansion of the empire
C) Cold War alliances
D) Decolonization
- 11. What was the overall economic condition of Britain during Attlee's premiership?
A) Booming economy
B) Hyperinflation
C) Austerity
D) Deflation
- 12. Clement Attlee's government famously focused on housing by promoting what?
A) Private housing development
B) Luxury apartments
C) Suburban sprawl
D) Council housing
- 13. Who was Attlee's main political rival?
A) Neville Chamberlain
B) Harold Wilson
C) Winston Churchill
D) Margaret Thatcher
- 14. What type of government did Attlee promote in England?
A) Anarchism
B) Social democracy
C) Populism
D) Libertarianism
- 15. What key economic plan did Attlee implement post-WWII?
A) Trade agreements with the US
B) Tax cuts for the rich
C) Deregulation of markets
D) Nationalization of key industries
- 16. Clement Attlee was known for his collaborative approach with which group?
A) Trade Unions
B) Business Leaders
C) Conservative Politicians
D) Monarchists
- 17. What military conflict did Attlee serve in during World War I?
A) Pacific Theater
B) Western Front
C) North African Campaign
D) Battle of Britain
- 18. What commemorative title was given to Attlee after leaving office?
A) Lord of the Manor
B) Sir Clement
C) King's Adviser
D) Earl Attlee
- 19. What symbolic action did Attlee take regarding Britain’s empire?
A) Military intervention
B) Independence for India
C) Annexation of territories
D) Reinforcing colonial rule
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