Irish History and Independence

Irish History and Independence

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Geography

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the historical context and events leading to the division of Ireland. It begins with Ireland's unique path to independence, highlighting the 17th-century Protestant settlement in the north and the subsequent religious and political tensions. The 19th century saw reforms and a push for home rule, which was resisted by the north. The early 20th century was marked by the Easter Rising and Sinn Fein's victory, leading to a war for independence. The partition of Ireland resulted in Northern Ireland remaining part of the UK, while Southern Ireland became independent. The video concludes with acknowledgments.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about Ireland's independence movement compared to other countries?

Ireland remained a part of the United Kingdom.

Ireland became a part of Scotland.

Ireland took its entire country with it.

Ireland's north remained with the United Kingdom.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the king of England, Scotland, and Ireland in the 17th century?

Charles I

James I

Henry VIII

George III

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main religious conflict in Ireland during the 17th century?

Catholics vs. Hindus

Protestants vs. Muslims

Catholics vs. Jews

Protestants vs. Catholics

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the goal of the 'home rule' movement in the 19th century?

Union with Scotland

Autonomy within the UK

Complete independence from the UK

Union with France

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Ulster Covenant?

A religious agreement

A peace treaty

A document opposing Irish autonomy

A declaration of war

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event in 1916 increased Irish opposition to British rule?

The Easter Rising

The Great Famine

The Battle of the Boyne

The signing of the Ulster Covenant

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which party won the 1918 elections in Ireland?

Sinn Fein

The Conservative Party

The Liberal Party

The Labour Party

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