Northern Ireland and Brexit Impacts

The video discusses the impact of Brexit on the UK's borders, focusing on the Irish border. It covers the historical context of the border, the conflict known as The Troubles, and the peace achieved by the Good Friday Agreement. The video explores the challenges Brexit poses for the Irish border, including potential solutions and the implications for Northern Ireland's future.

What was the main reason for the UK voting to leave the EU in 2016?

• To increase trade with the EU

• To reassert control over its own borders

• To reduce immigration from non-EU countries

• To strengthen ties with Ireland

What was the primary cause of the partition of Ireland in 1920?

• Economic differences

• Religious and national identity differences

• Geographical challenges

• Language barriers

What was the main goal of the Nationalist paramilitaries during The Troubles?

• To maintain Northern Ireland's status in the UK

• To achieve independence for the Republic of Ireland

• To unite Northern Ireland with the Republic of Ireland

• To establish a new government in Northern Ireland

What was the outcome of the Good Friday Agreement?

• Northern Ireland became independent

• Northern Ireland remained in the UK with dual citizenship options

• Northern Ireland joined the Republic of Ireland

• The UK left the EU

What is one potential consequence of Brexit for the Irish border?

• Complete removal of the border

• Increased trade between the UK and Ireland

• Reestablishment of a hard border

• Unification of the UK and Ireland

Which option for the Irish border is unacceptable to Brexiters in the UK government?

• Staying in the EU Customs Union

• Leaving Northern Ireland in the EU Customs Union

• Reunification with the Republic of Ireland

• Reimposing a hard border

What is a potential benefit of reunification for Northern Ireland?

• Reducing trade barriers with the US

• Strengthening ties with the UK

• Rejoining the EU

• Increased economic independence

How has Brexit influenced public opinion in Northern Ireland regarding reunification?

• It has decreased support for reunification

• It has had no impact

• It has increased support for reunification

• It has led to more support for remaining in the UK

What percentage of respondents who supported Northern Ireland's place in the UK would now vote to join the Republic of Ireland?

• 10%

• 50%

• 75%

• 28%

What is a key challenge in deciding the future of the Irish border post-Brexit?

• Finding a solution that respects the Good Friday Agreement

• Increasing trade with the EU

• Reducing immigration from Ireland

• Strengthening the UK economy