Taoiseach: No-deal Brexit could lead to support for united Ireland

Taoiseach: No-deal Brexit could lead to support for united Ireland

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The transcript discusses the changing perspectives in Northern Ireland regarding the Union, particularly among moderate Catholics and liberal Protestants. It explores the impact of national identity in the context of Brexit, questioning whether people feel more aligned with a nationalist Britain or a common European home. The potential consequences of a hard Brexit, especially on Northern Ireland and Scotland, are highlighted, including the undermining of the Good Friday Agreement and the loss of European citizenship for Northern Ireland residents.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are moderate Catholics in Northern Ireland beginning to question?

Their religious beliefs

Their place within the Union

Their economic policies

Their cultural traditions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is one of the factors that could undermine the United Kingdom Union?

A new trade agreement

A strong economic growth

A hard Brexit

A peaceful resolution

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might a hard Brexit affect Northern Ireland?

It will have no impact

It will undermine the Good Friday Agreement

It will enhance European citizenship

It will strengthen the Good Friday Agreement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of taking Northern Ireland out of the EU against the majority's wishes?

Increased European citizenship

Improved economic conditions

Strengthened Union ties

Loss of European citizenship

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must be done in response to the questions arising from a hard Brexit?

Be ready for them

Ignore them

Celebrate them

Postpone them