Ireland and Northern Ireland: A Historical and Cultural Overview

What is the political status of Northern Ireland?

• It is a territory of the European Union.

• It is a province of the United Kingdom.

• It is part of the Republic of Ireland.

• It is an independent country.

Which city is larger in terms of population?

• Cork

• Dublin

• Belfast

• Limerick

What is the primary language spoken in both Ireland and Northern Ireland?

• English

• Ulster Scots

• Irish

• Shelta

Which religion is predominant in the Republic of Ireland?

• Protestant

• Roman Catholic

• Orthodox

• Buddhism

What historical event led to the formation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland?

• The Irish Rebellion of 1798

• The Anglo-Irish Treaty

• The Norman Conquest

• The Viking Invasion

Who was Saint Patrick and what was his contribution to Ireland?

• A Viking leader who raided Ireland

• A bishop who converted pagans to Christianity

• A Celtic warrior

• A Norman conqueror

What was the main cause of the Irish Potato Famine?

• A drought

• A trade embargo

• A potato blight

• A war

What was the Good Friday Agreement?

• A trade deal between Ireland and the UK

• A peace agreement to end the Troubles

• An economic pact

• A religious treaty

Which of the following is a popular tourist attraction in Northern Ireland?

• Killarney National Park

• Blarney Castle

• The Cliffs of Moher

• The Giant’s Causeway

What is a current issue affecting the relationship between Ireland and Northern Ireland?

• The establishment of a new monarchy

• The construction of a new border wall

• The impact of Brexit

• The introduction of a new currency