Irish Independence

Who was a key figure in the Irish War of Independence?

• George Washington

• Michael Collins

• Nelson Mandela

• Winston Churchill

What were some of the causes that led to the Irish War of Independence?

• Alien invasion, shortage of potatoes, disagreement over sports teams

• British colonial rule, cultural and religious differences, economic disparities, desire for Irish self-governance

What were some of the effects of the Irish War of Independence?

• Unification of Ireland under British rule

• Establishment of the Irish Free State, increased tensions between Catholics and Protestants, partition of Ireland

• Complete eradication of Irish nationalism

• Decrease in tensions between Catholics and Protestants

What was the significance of the Treaty of Anglo-Irish in the context of the war?

• It led to the continuation of the war with increased hostilities

• It marked the end of the Irish War of Independence and led to the establishment of the Irish Free State.

• It established a new colonial rule over Ireland

• It resulted in the unification of Ireland and Britain

Which organization played a crucial role in the Irish War of Independence?

• Irish Volunteers

• Irish Republican Army (IRA)

• Irish National Liberation Army (INLA)

• Sinn Féin

Name a key leader of the Irish Republican Army during the war.

• Michael Collins

• Eamon de Valera

• Gerry Adams

• Bobby Sands

What major event led to a turning point in the Irish War of Independence?

• Easter Rising

• Great Famine

• Battle of the Boyne

• Signing of the Anglo-Irish Treaty

How did the Treaty of Anglo-Irish impact the relationship between Ireland and Britain?

• The Treaty of Anglo-Irish abolished the Irish Free State

• The Treaty of Anglo-Irish led to the unification of Ireland and Britain

• The Treaty of Anglo-Irish established the Irish Free State as a self-governing dominion within the British Empire.

• The Treaty of Anglo-Irish resulted in Ireland becoming a British colony

What role did guerrilla warfare play in the Irish War of Independence?

• Guerrilla warfare was not utilized in the Irish War of Independence

• Guerrilla warfare resulted in a swift victory for the British forces

• Guerrilla warfare disrupted British forces, provided flexibility to Irish fighters, and allowed for hit-and-run tactics.

• Guerrilla warfare led to increased casualties on the Irish side

Where was Michael Collins from?

• Co. Roscommon

• Co. Mayo

• Co.Cork

• Co. Kerry