Cork's History
What is Cork's nickname?
The Rebel County
The patron saint of Ireland is ________.
St. Patrick
There are a number of legends associated with St Patrick, like that he drove snakes from Ireland or used the shamrock leaf to represent the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit to spread Christianity. St Patrick’s Day is on 17 March. However, the saint wasn't originally from Ireland, but believed to be born in Britain.
The first official language of Ireland is ________.
Irish Gaelic
Both places have native _________ specific to the region alongside another one.
Languages - Euskera and Irish
Cork used to be called Corcach Mor na Mumhan, which translates to _________.
The Great Marsh of Munster. The centre of Cork city was actually built on a number of marshy islands at the lowest fording point of the river.
Slave. A group of Irish indentured servants, along with African slaves, overthrew their captors on a ship in Cork Harbour.
The national symbol is a _______.
Harp
What does "craic" mean?
Fun
Both regions have a strong ________ identity.
a) Feminist
b) Nationalist
c) Arabic
b) Nationalist
Cork has the oldest _______ club in the world.
Yacht. The Royal Cork Yacht Club, RCYC for short is the oldest yacht club in the world right now; it was established in 1720 and now boasts a total membership of approximately 1,800.
What famous ship docked in Cork before it sank?
The Titanic. On April 11, 1912, the "unsinkable" ship docked at Queenstown (now Cobh) in Cork Harbour. It was here that the final 123 passengers boarded.
The most popular chip brand in Ireland is ______.
Tayto.
What does "gas" mean?
Funny
The political activist group ETA was similar to what group in Ireland?
The IRA
Cork is the birthplace of Boolean Algebra, which we use for __________.
Modern computers and information technology. George Boole was a 19th century mathematician from Cork.
The "Four-Faced Liar" is a nickname for what famous monument in Cork?
The clock tower of Shandon Church. Each of its four faces often shows a different time because the strong winds in Cork can affect the hands on each side differently, causing the time discrepancies.
Hurling is a popular Gaelic _______.
Sport.
Considered to be the fastest field sport in the world, Hurling is an ancient Gaelic Irish outdoor team game which dates back generations. Originating in Ireland, the object of the game is to use a wooden stick, known as a hurl or hurley, to hit a small ball known as a sliotar into the opponent's goal.
The game is said to have been popular in Ireland for around 3000 years. Today, it is played all over the world and has even been recognised by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.
What does "grand" mean?
Good
What religion is most prominent in both Basque Country and Ireland?
Catholicism
Cork is home to the __________ bridge still in use in Europe.
Narrowest. The Glanworth Bridge, built in the mid-15th century, spans the River Funcheon and is just 2.9 meters wide.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, Cork was the largest exporter of ________.
Butter
Ireland is home to the ________ name of a place in the world.
Longest. Located in County Galway, you’ll find Muckanaghederdauhaulia. The 22-letter word derives from the Irish phrase "Muiceanach idir Dhá Sháile," meaning "pig-marsh between two saltwaters."
What does "knackered" mean?
Exhausted
The Basques and Irish are potentially ___________.
Related. Genetic studies have shown the Irish's closest relatives are found in Galicia and the Basque region.
Cork is home to the world's first ______ pop star.
Clerical. In the 1960s and 70s, Father Ray Kelly, known as the "Singing Priest," was topping the Irish charts and even appearing on TV shows while still performing his priestly duties.