Victoria was pleased when Gladstone resigned in 1885 after his budget was defeated. She thought his government was "the worst I have ever had", and blamed him for the death of General Gordon at Khartoum. Gladstone was replaced by Lord Salisbury. Salisbury's government only lasted a few months, however, and Victoria was forced to recall Gladstone, whom she referred to as a "half crazy & really in many ways ridiculous old man". Gladstone attempted to pass a bill granting Ireland home rule, but to Victoria's glee it was defeated. In the ensuing election, Gladstone's party lost to Salisbury's and the government switched hands again. COUNT 15
QSN1 What year did Gladstone resign? ANS1 1885 QSN2 Gladstone resigned after what was defeted? ANS2 his budget QSN3 Victoria blamed Gladstone for the death of who? ANS3 General Gordon at Khartoum. QSN4 Who replaced Gladstone after he resigned? ANS4 Lord Salisbury QSN5 How long did Lord Salisburys government last? ANS5 a few months QSN6 What man was Gladstone blamed for after his death at Khartoum? ANS6 General Gordon QSN7 Who replaced Gladstone for only a few short months?  ANS7 Lord Salisbury QSN8 What did the bill Gladstone failed to pass state, much to Queen Victoria's pleasure?  ANS8 granting Ireland home rule QSN9 Who defeated Gladstone yet again in the general elction? ANS9 Salisbury QSN10 Why did Gladstone resign in 1885?  ANS10 his budget was defeated QSN11 When did Gladstone resign? ANS11 1885 QSN12 Why did Gladstone resign? ANS12 his budget was defeated QSN13 How did Victoria feel about the resignation of Gladstone? ANS13 pleased QSN14 Who's death did Victoria blame on Gladstone? ANS14 General Gordon QSN15 Who replaced Gladstone? ANS15 Lord Salisbury