Irish Politics – The Famine
What crop failed during the Great Irish Famine?
The potato
What is the outer layer of the Earth called?
The Crust
What is globalisation?
The increasing connection between countries
In which part of Ireland did The Troubles mainly take place?
Northern Ireland
Name one major world religion.
Christianity / Islam / Hinduism / Buddhism
What years did the famine take place?
1845–1852
Name one type of rock.
Igneous / sedimentary / metamorphic
Name one example of a multinational company.
McDonald’s / Apple
Name one group involved in the Troubles.
IRA / British Army / Loyalist paramilitaries
What is the holy book of Christianity?
The Bible
Name one effect of the famine on Ireland’s population.
Death or mass emigration
What are tectonic plates?
Large pieces of the Earth’s crust that move
What is trade?
Buying and selling goods and services
What year was the Good Friday Agreement signed?
1998
Where do Muslims go on pilgrimage?
Mecca
Which country ruled Ireland during the famine?
Britain
What happens at a constructive plate boundary?
Plates move apart and magma rises to form new crust
Give one advantage of globalisation.
More jobs / cheaper goods / more choice
What was one main cause of the Troubles?
Religious/political division (Catholic vs Protestant, nationalist vs unionist)
What is one belief in Buddhism?
Following the Eightfold Path / reaching enlightenment
Explain one reason why the famine had such a severe impact in Ireland.
Over-reliance on potatoes / poor government response / poverty
Explain how an igneous rock is formed.
From cooled and solidified magma or lava
Explain one disadvantage of globalisation.
Job losses locally / environmental damage / exploitation of workers
Explain one impact of the Troubles on people in Northern Ireland.
Violence, loss of life, segregation, economic impact
Compare one similarity or difference between two religions
Example: Christianity and Islam both believe in one God (similarity), but have different holy books (difference)