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• What is the title of the graph and the time period it covers?

  The title of the graph is "Proportion of population registered to vote in UK general election, 1885 to 2015." It covers the time period from 1885 to 2015, showing the percentage of the population registered to vote in UK general elections over this span of years.

• What does the graph show about the proportion of the population registered to vote in UK general elections from 1885 to 2015?

  The graph shows the proportion of the population registered to vote in UK general elections from 1885 to 2015. It starts at a low percentage in 1885, with a significant increase around the early 20th century. The percentage stabilizes at a higher level from the mid-20th century onwards, maintaining a relatively consistent rate through to 2015.

• How did the percentage of eligible voters change from 1895 to 1900?

  • In 1895, the percentage of eligible voters was 16.4%.
  • In 1900, it increased to 17.1%.

• What argument is made regarding citizenship lessons in schools?

  • Citizenship lessons in schools provide political knowledge.
  • Young people can participate in a youth parliament.
  • This education supports the argument for lowering the voting age.

• What was the percentage of eligible voters in 1910 and 1918?

  • In 1910, the percentage of eligible voters was 54%.
  • In 1918, it was 47.1%.

• What is a strong argument for lowering the voting age to 16?

  • 16-year-olds can take part in political decisions.
  • They have the necessary life experience.
  • Their views may be influenced by parents or adults.

• What were the percentages of eligible voters in 1923 and 1929?

  • In 1923, the percentage of eligible voters was 47.8%.
  • In 1929, it increased to 63.1%.

• What is the focus of the case study on extending the franchise?

  The case study focuses on the Votes at 16 campaign, which aims to extend the franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds. This group is excluded from voting, but the campaign gained momentum with support from individual MPs and parties like Labour, Liberal Democrat, and SNP. The Electoral Reform Society also supports votes at 16.

• How did the Scottish referendum impact views on voting age?

  • The Scottish referendum attracted unusually high participation from all age groups.
  • 16 and 17-year-olds set a new trend in political engagement.

• How did the percentage of eligible voters change between 1950 and 1955?

  • In 1950, the percentage of eligible voters was 68.3%.
  • In 1955, it slightly decreased to 68.4%.