Irish History and Politics Overview

The video explores the division of Ireland into the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, tracing its roots back to the 12th century with British involvement. It covers key historical events like the Protestant Reformation, the Ulster Plantation, and the Irish Potato Famine, leading to the Irish independence movement. The video also discusses the Troubles, the Good Friday Agreement, and the impact of Brexit. It concludes with a comparison of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland in terms of sovereignty, government, religion, EU membership, and currency.

What are the two main political entities on the island of Ireland?

• Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland

• England and Northern Ireland

• Scotland and Wales

• Republic of Ireland and Scotland

Which event marked the beginning of British involvement in Ireland?

• The Great Famine

• The Act of Union

• The Protestant Reformation

• The Anglo-Norman invasion

What was the Ulster Plantation?

• A trade agreement between Ireland and England

• A famine relief program

• A Catholic rebellion in Ireland

• A settlement of English and Scottish Protestants in Northern Ireland

What was a significant consequence of the Great Famine in Ireland?

• Formation of the United Kingdom

• Resurgence of Irish nationalism

• Increased British support

• End of the Protestant Reformation

What was the outcome of the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 1921?

• A free Irish state with dominion status was established

• The Troubles began

• Ireland became a fully independent republic

• Northern Ireland joined the Republic of Ireland

What was the main cause of the Troubles in Northern Ireland?

• Trade disputes

• Economic disparity

• Religious and political differences

• Language barriers

What was the purpose of the Good Friday Agreement?

• To establish a new currency

• To end the Great Famine

• To bring peace to Northern Ireland

• To merge Ireland and Northern Ireland

Which of the following is true about the Republic of Ireland?

• It is part of the United Kingdom

• Its currency is the pound

• It is predominantly Protestant

• It is a member of the European Union

Who is the head of state in Northern Ireland?

• The Monarch of the United Kingdom

• The President of the European Union

• The Prime Minister of the UK

• The President of Ireland

What type of government does the Republic of Ireland have?

• Absolute monarchy

• Federal republic

• Parliamentary republic

• Constitutional monarchy