Quiz on Immigration to Scotland

What was a major cause of issues in Ireland during the potato famine?

• Lack of water

• Overpopulation

• Crop failure

• Economic recession

Which of the following is a reason for Irish emigration to Scotland?

• Political freedom

• Religious persecution

• Economic opportunities

• Educational advancement

What was the primary reason for the potato famine in Ireland?

• Blight disease

• Drought

• Flooding

• Pest infestation

Which of the following is a city in Scotland where Irish immigrants settled?

• Dundee

• Cardiff

• Belfast

• Cork

Which industry were the padroni often associated with?

• Textile

• Ice-cream trade

• Construction

• Agriculture

What was the population increase of Italians in Scotland from 750 to?

• 2,000 people

• 3,500 people

• 4,500 people

• 5,000 people

What was a reason for Italians to leave Italy besides economic conditions?

• Political freedom

• Family reunification

• Educational opportunities

• Religious freedom

What was the number of Italian cafes/takeaways in Glasgow in 1904?

• 100

• 150

• 184

• 200

By what year had most regions of Scotland seen the beginnings of Italian café culture?

• 1929

• 1939

• 1949

• 1959

Who was the padroni?

• A local Scottish leader

• An Italian labor agent

• A Scottish businessman

• An Italian politician