Ireland's Journey Through the 20th Century

What was Ireland's status at the beginning of the 20th century?

• A leading industrial nation

• A second rate food provider for Great Britain

• A respected member of the EU

• A major military power

What significant change occurred in Ireland by the 21st century?

• It became a colony of Great Britain

• It became a respected member of the EU and UN

• It was isolated from international organizations

• It became a major oil producer

What could have potentially avoided the bloodshed in Ireland during the 20th century?

• More military intervention by Great Britain

• Treating the people of Ireland as citizens of the UK

• Increased economic sanctions

• Isolation from the rest of Europe

What was a major influence on Ireland in the 20th century?

• Protestantism

• Buddhism

• Catholicism

• Hinduism

Who was Ken Whitaker?

• A famous Irish musician

• A civil servant

• A British politician

• An Irish poet

What was the role of Sean Lemass in Ireland?

• A religious leader

• A politician

• A military general

• A scientist

What agreement was signed in 1998 to address the Irish dispute?

• The Paris Agreement

• The Good Friday Agreement

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Geneva Convention

Which group was known for holding up progress and the transition to true democracy in Ireland?

• The Irish Republican Army

• The Ulster Unionists

• The European Union

• The United Nations

What was a major cultural development in Ireland once the country was no longer fighting?

• Classical music

• Rock music

• Jazz music

• Opera

What was the stance of Sinn Fein and Prime Minister Tony Blair regarding progress in Ireland?

• Progress can be made with military force

• Progress can be made at the ballot box

• Progress can be made through economic sanctions

• Progress can be made through isolation