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  5. During the Industrial Revolution, Britain became known as…

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During the Industrial Revolution, Britain became known as…

British HistoryhardVersion 2026
  1. A.the workshop of the world✓ Correct answer
  2. B.the garden of Europe
  3. C.the silver island
  4. D.the northern star

Explanation

Britain led the world in manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution and earned the nickname “workshop of the world”.

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Practice question based on the official Life in the UK handbook. Official source (Life in the UK: A Guide for New Residents – Handbook (PDF)) This is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government.

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