Charles Stewart Parnell Biography
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In which county was Charles Stewart Parnell born?

  • County Cork
  • County Meath
  • County Wicklow (correct)
  • County Dublin
  • For which constituency was Parnell elected as an MP in 1875?

  • County Wicklow
  • County Meath (correct)
  • Youghal in Cork
  • Dublin
  • What was the purpose of the Irish National Land League?

  • To support the rights of Irish workers in England
  • To seek land reform in Ireland (correct)
  • To advocate for Irish independence
  • To promote Irish literature and arts
  • Who awarded a gold medal to Parnell's grandfather for gallantry in the War of 1812?

    <p>United States Congress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of Parnell's tour in America?

    <p>To raise funds for famine relief and secure support for Home Rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Parnell's tour in America cut short?

    <p>A United Kingdom general election was called</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Second Land Act of 1881 aim to achieve?

    <p>Reduce rents and enable some tenants to buy their farms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change did Parnell make to the Home Rule League Party in 1882?

    <p>Changed the name to the Irish Parliamentary Party (IPP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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