In other events of the nineteenth century, The Times opposed the repeal of the Corn Laws until the number of demonstrations convinced the editorial board otherwise, and only reluctantly supported aid to victims of the Irish Potato Famine. It enthusiastically supported the Great Reform Bill of 1832, which reduced corruption and increased the electorate from 400,000 people to 800,000 people (still a small minority of the population). During the American Civil War, The Times represented the view of the wealthy classes, favouring the secessionists, but it was not a supporter of slavery. COUNT 5
QSN1 What major event did The Times reluctantly support in the nineteenth century despite being initially opposed? ANS1 Irish Potato Famine QSN2 The Times greatly supported what bill in 1832 which reduced corruption and increased the electorate? ANS2 Great Reform Bill of 1832 QSN3 Many demonstrations in the nineteenth century convinced The Times editorial board to finally support the repeal of what laws? ANS3 Corn Laws QSN4 During the American Civil War, what classes of people did The Times support? ANS4 wealthy classes QSN5 The Times favoured which political side of the American Civil War? ANS5 the secessionists