The Author
Who wrote North and South?
Elizabeth Gaskell
What major historical period changed British society in the 19th century?
The Industrial Revolution
What type of economy is the South associated with?
Agriculture / rural life
Who is the main character of the novel?
Margaret Hale
What major event shows the conflict between workers and owners?
The strike
In which city did Elizabeth Gaskell live and observe industrial life?
Manchester
What economic system allowed factories to operate with very few rules?
Laissez-faire capitalism
What type of society does the North represent?
Industrial and urban society
Why does Margaret’s family move to the North?
Because her father leaves the Anglican Church
Who falls in love during the novel?
Margaret Hale and John Thornton
Name one political or social movement connected to Manchester at the time.
Chartism
Mention two problems faced by factory workers.
Long working hours, child labour, unsafe conditions, low pay
What is Milton-Northern based on?
Manchester
Which character represents the working class?
Nicholas Higgins
What changes Margaret’s economic position at the end?
She inherits money and property
Why did Gaskell believe novels were important for society?
Because they could raise awareness and encourage social change
Why were industrial cities shocking to many readers?
Because most people had never seen their living and working conditions
What does the title North and South symbolise?
The social and class divide in England
Which character represents industrial capitalism?
John Thornton
What does Margaret learn to value instead of class stereotypes?
Individuals and human empathy