U.S. Fenians invade Canada
- 1. When did the Fenians invade Canada?
A) 1875
B) 1866
C) 1850
D) 1900
- 2. Which river did the Fenians cross to invade Canada?
A) Colorado River
B) Hudson River
C) Mississippi River
D) Niagara River
- 3. The Fenian raids occurred during which century?
A) 18th century
B) 20th century
C) 21st century
D) 19th century
- 4. Who was the leader of the Fenians during the invasion of Canada?
A) Michael Collins
B) John O'Neill
C) Eamon de Valera
D) Gerry Adams
- 5. Which significant event in Irish history served as a key motivator for the Fenian invasions of Canada?
A) Good Friday Agreement
B) Easter Rising
C) Irish Civil War
D) Great Famine
- 6. Which battle during the Fenian raids in Canada is considered a significant defeat for the Fenians?
A) Battle of Quebec
B) Battle of Ridgeway
C) Battle of Montreal
D) Battle of York
- 7. Which important Canadian city was targeted by the Fenians but not attacked?
A) Vancouver
B) Toronto
C) Calgary
D) Halifax
- 8. The Fenians viewed their actions in Canada as part of a continuing struggle for:
A) World domination
B) Irish independence
C) American expansionism
D) Religious conflict
- 9. During the Fenian raids, which Irish-American organization supported the invasion?
A) Irish Republican Army
B) Ancient Order of Hibernians
C) Fenian Brotherhood
D) Sinn Féin
- 10. What treaty ultimately resolved the border issues that fueled the Fenian invasions?
A) Treaty of Versailles
B) Treaty of Ghent
C) Treaty of Washington
D) Treaty of Paris
- 11. Which Canadian province was a target of the Fenian raids?
A) Nova Scotia
B) Ontario
C) Alberta
D) Quebec
- 12. Which U.S. President was in office during the Fenian invasions of Canada?
A) Abraham Lincoln
B) Ulysses S. Grant
C) James Buchanan
D) Andrew Johnson
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