- 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) Winston Churchill
B) Tony Blair
C) David Lloyd George
D) Clement Attlee
- 2. What political party did Clement Attlee lead?
A) Conservative Party
B) Liberal Party
C) Socialist Party
D) Labour Party
- 3. In which year did Clement Attlee become Prime Minister?
A) 1945
B) 1935
C) 1950
D) 1940
- 4. Clement Attlee is known for establishing what health service?
A) Private Health Insurance
B) Social Security
C) NHS (National Health Service)
D) Medicare
- 5. Which major international organization did Attlee help found?
A) NATO
B) EU
C) UNESCO
D) WTO
- 6. Before becoming Prime Minister, what position did Attlee hold?
A) Home Secretary
B) Foreign Secretary
C) Chancellor of the Exchequer
D) Deputy Prime Minister
- 7. Clement Attlee served as MP for which constituency?
A) Birmingham Hall Green
B) Nottingham South
C) Walthamstow West
D) Leeds Central
- 8. Clement Attlee was known for his collaborative approach with which group?
A) Conservative Politicians
B) Monarchists
C) Trade Unions
D) Business Leaders
- 9. What key economic plan did Attlee implement post-WWII?
A) Nationalization of key industries
B) Tax cuts for the rich
C) Deregulation of markets
D) Trade agreements with the US
- 10. Clement Attlee's government famously focused on housing by promoting what?
A) Private housing development
B) Luxury apartments
C) Council housing
D) Suburban sprawl
- 11. What symbolic action did Attlee take regarding Britain’s empire?
A) Independence for India
B) Reinforcing colonial rule
C) Military intervention
D) Annexation of territories
- 12. 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
- 13. In terms of personal background, where was Attlee born?
A) Manchester
B) Birmingham
C) Liverpool
D) Putney, London
- 14. What military conflict did Attlee serve in during World War I?
A) North African Campaign
B) Battle of Britain
C) Pacific Theater
D) Western Front
- 15. Who was Attlee's main political rival?
A) Neville Chamberlain
B) Harold Wilson
C) Margaret Thatcher
D) Winston Churchill
- 16. What type of government did Attlee promote in England?
A) Libertarianism
B) Anarchism
C) Populism
D) Social democracy
- 17. What was the overall economic condition of Britain during Attlee's premiership?
A) Booming economy
B) Austerity
C) Deflation
D) Hyperinflation
- 18. Who wrote the biography 'Citizen Clem'?
A) Ian Kershaw
B) Tony Judt
C) David Kynaston
D) John Bew
- 19. What was a major foreign policy goal of Attlee?
A) Decolonization
B) Cold War alliances
C) Expansion of the empire
D) Isolationism
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