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