The Lady Pirate Grace O'Malley

Grace O'Malley, known as the Pirate Queen of Ireland, was a formidable leader and seafarer in the 16th century. Born into a wealthy family, she defied gender norms by disguising herself as a man to join sea voyages. Her strategic marriages bolstered her power, and she led her clan in piracy against English ships. Despite conflicts with English authorities, including Queen Elizabeth, Grace maintained her influence and legacy through her bold actions and leadership.

What was Grace O'Malley's family motto?

• Valiant by sea and land

• Strength in unity

• Courage and honor

• Fortune favors the bold

How did Grace O'Malley first disguise herself to join her father's voyages?

• As a merchant

• As a cabin boy

• As a man

• As a sailor

What strategic move did Grace make after her first husband's death?

• She moved to England

• She retired from piracy

• She married Richard Burke

• She became a nun

What was Grace's response to the English raising taxes on Irish goods?

• She moved to Scotland

• She paid the taxes

• She imposed her own sea tax

• She stopped trading

How did Grace O'Malley interact with Queen Elizabeth I?

• She bowed before her

• She refused to meet her

• She petitioned her for help

• She declared war on her

What action did Grace take after her lover was killed by the McMahons?

• She wrote a letter of complaint

• She sought revenge and seized a castle

• She forgave them

• She moved to England

What did Grace offer to the English Crown in 1577?

• Three galleys and 200 men

• Her loyalty

• A peace treaty

• Her resignation