Discussion

1. Compare and contrast the political and economic changes which took place in Great Britain and the United States during the 18th and 19th centuries. State the reasons for these particular changes. Make use of text 30 from SUPPLEMENTARY READER.

Political changes
The USA	Reasons
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GB	Reasons
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Economic changes
The USA	Reasons
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GB	Reasons
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2. On the basis of text 30 from supplementary reader answer the following questions:

1. Prove that Great Britain continued to prosper in the 18^th century.

2. Why did the power of the king continue to decline?

3. How strong was opposition to Walpole and the Whigs in 1720-1742?

4. Do you agree with the concept that “industrial revolution best sums up the profound economic changes in Britain in 1760-1830?

5. What was the life of the British like in the18th century?

6. Prove that in the 19^th century GB became the strongest world power. Speak about great changes in the lives of British people.

7. When did Britain “lose” America?

8. What changes happened in social structure?