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100

The patron saint of Ireland and his legacy was celebrated globally on Saint Patrick's Day.

Who is St. Patrick?

100

A prison that played a big role in Ireland's struggle for independence.

What is Kilmainham Gaol?

100

A type of government where the head of government (prime minister) is elected by, and responsible to, the legislator (parliament).

What is a parliamentary system?

100

The first settlers arrive in Ireland.

What happened in 8000 BC?

100

Relating to Ireland, its people, or the language that is historically spoken in Ireland.

What is Irish?

200

An Irish actor who has received a Primetime Emmy award.

Who is Brendan Gleeson?

200

A prehistoric passage tomb that is older than the pyramids.

What is Newgrange?

200

A form of governance where power is concentrated in a single, central national government.

What is a Unitary State?

200

The celts arrive, bringing Iron Age technology.

What happened in 700-500 BC?

200

Another word for Bodhrán. 

What is a Frame Drum?

300

An Irish politician who served as president of Ireland from December 1990 to September 1997.

Who is Mary Robinson?

300

 A landmark that includes lakes, mountains, and waterfalls like the Torc Waterfall.

What is Killarney National Park?

300

The prime minister of Ireland.

Who is Taoiseach?

300

Ireland starts to face a struggle for independence.

What happened in the late 1900's and early 2000's?

300

A team sport where two teams try to score points by carrying, kicking, or passing an oval shaped ball into the other teams goal area.

What is Rugby?

400

A leading figure in the early 20th century struggle for Irish independence.

Who is Michael Collins?

400

The world heritage sight in Ireland and is known for its unique interlocking basalt columns.

What is the Giant's Causeway?

400

A phrase (ONH) meaning "Soldiers of Ireland" or "Volunteers of Ireland".

What is the Óglaigh na hÉireann?

400

Ireland was gradually incorporated into the British imperial system.

What happened in around 1801 to 1922?

400

A day celebrated on March 17th every year and people wear green.

What is St. Patrick's Day?

500

An Antarctic explorer who led three British expeditions to the Antarctic.

Who is Ernest Shackleton?

500

Towering cliffs with an amazing view over the Atlantic Ocean.

What are the Cliffs of Moher?

500

An elected government that cannot discriminate against specific indivisuals.

What is a Liberal democracy?

500

Christianity was introduced into Ireland.

What happened in the 5th century?

500

Another word for "Irish".

What is Gaeilge?