Soc. Studies Ireland Oct 26-27 - Quiz
  • 1. What is the capital city of Ireland?
A) Dublin
B) Galway
C) Cork
D) Limerick
  • 2. Which country shares the island of Ireland but is part of the United Kingdom?
A) Wales
B) England
C) Scotland
D) Northern Ireland
  • 3. What is Ireland's nickname?
A) The Lucky Isle
B) The Green Kingdom
C) The Emerald Isle
D) The Celtic Island
  • 4. What is the currency used in the Republic of Ireland?
A) Euro
B) Pound
C) Dollar
D) Franc
  • 5. Which two languages are official in Ireland?
A) English and Irish
B) Irish and Spanish
C) English and Welsh
D) English and French
  • 6. What is Ireland's highest point?
A) Carrauntoohil
B) Twelve Pins
C) Wicklow Mountain
D) Ben Nevis
  • 7. Which is the longest river in Ireland?
A) Shannon
B) Liffey
C) Boyne
D) Barrow
  • 8. About what percentage of the island of Ireland is made up by the Republic of Ireland?
A) 75%
B) 120%
C) 80%
D) 50%
  • 9. Who were among the first people to settle in Ireland thousands of years ago?
A) Vikings
B) Celts
C) Romans
D) Irish
  • 10. Who invaded Ireland in the 9th century and raided villages?
A) Vikings
B) Celts
C) Romans
D) Irish
  • 11. Which political movement fought for Irish independence?
A) The Normans
B) The Celts
C) Sinn Féin
D) The Romans
  • 12. According to the text, what happened in 1919?
A) St. Patrick's Day began
B) Ireland joined the United Kingdom
C) The Vikings invaded
D) War broke out between Ireland and Britain
  • 13. What type of government does the Republic of Ireland have?
A) Republic
B) Dictatorship
C) Empire
  • 14. Who is described in the text as the head of state?
A) The dictator
B) The emperor
C) The president
D) The king
  • 15. What industry is the largest sector of Ireland's economy?
A) Farming
B) Service industry
C) Mining
D) Fishing
  • 16. What is the traditional Irish dish made with lamb, potatoes, and carrots?
A) Soda bread
B) Colcannon
C) Boxty
D) Irish stew
  • 17. What is boxty?
A) A cheese dish
B) A type of soup
C) A potato pancake
D) A meat pie
  • 18. What is colcannon mainly made from?
A) Bread and cheese
B) Fish and potatoes
C) Rice and beans
D) Mashed potatoes and kale or cabbage
  • 19. What is Ireland's most iconic musical instrument and national symbol?
A) Fiddle
B) Uilleann pipes
C) Accordion
D) Harp
  • 20. What type of dance is Irish folk dancing?
A) Step dancing
B) Modern dance
C) Ballet
D) Tap
  • 21. When is St. Patrick's Day celebrated?
A) March 17
B) February 14
C) June 22
D) February 7
  • 22. What color is strongly associated with St. Patrick's Day?
A) White
B) Orange
C) Purple
D) Green
  • 23. What is the Cliffs of Moher famous for?
A) Being the capital
B) Being Ireland's most popular tourist attraction
C) Being a castle
D) Being a river
  • 24. What is Bru na Boinne known for?
A) Ancient tombs
B) Volcanoes
C) Modern skyscrapers
D) Beaches
  • 25. What is the Ring of Kerry?
A) A famous castle
B) A 120-mile scenic trail
C) A traditional dance
D) A river
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