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Industrial Crime and the Police Force: Cause and Consequence

History
GCSE / Grade 8
6 questions
~12 mins
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A worksheet exploring the causes and consequences of industrial crime and the role of the police force during this period.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Industrial Crime
#Standard
#Cause and Consequence
#Police Force
#Identify the causes of industrial crime in the late 19th and early 20th centuries
#Explain the impact of industrial crime on society and law enforcement
#Compare the role of the police in preventing and responding to industrial crime
#Analyse the reasons for changes in policing during this period

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Industrial Crime and the Police Force: Cause and Consequence

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Introduction to Industrial Crime and the Police

Source A: Report on Urban Crime, 1900

'Industrial towns faced a rise in theft, fraud, and illegal activities linked to factories and workers. The police struggled to keep pace with the increasing complexity of crime.' Provenance: Government report on crime in industrial towns, 1900.

1.
Outline the main causes of industrial crime in the early 20th century. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the challenges faced by the police in controlling industrial crime with those in rural areas. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

The Role of the Police in Addressing Industrial Crime

Source B: Police Report, 1910

'The police have increased patrols and established specialized units to combat industrial theft and fraud. Despite this, crime remains a persistent problem.' Provenance: Official police report, 1910.

1.
Explain how the police attempted to combat industrial crime in the early 20th century. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse the effectiveness of police efforts to reduce industrial crime during this period. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Consequences of Industrial Crime and Changes in Policing

Source C: Newspaper Article, 1920

'The rise in industrial crime prompted reforms in policing, including the creation of detective departments and stricter laws.' Provenance: Newspaper article, 1920.

1.
Explain the consequences of industrial crime for policing reforms in the early 20th century. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the impact of industrial crime on policing strategies before and after 1920. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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