Politics in the UK Quiz

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What term is used to describe Ireland's rapid economic growth in the late 1980s?

Irish Renaissance

European Miracle

Emerald Isle

Celtic Tiger (correct)

Who wrote and delivered the controversial 'Rivers of Blood' speech in 1968?

Margaret Thatcher

Enoch Powell (correct)

Tony Blair

Winston Churchill

Which of the following is a famous soliloquy from Macbeth that alludes to Plato's allegory of the cave?

Is this a dagger which I see before me

Double, double toil and trouble

Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player (correct)

Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow

Which of the following is NOT guaranteed by the Magna Carta Libertatum (1215)?

The right for parliament to create laws (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered a representative of Romanticism in art and painting?

John Constable (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary area of focus for Equity in court proceedings?

Fairness (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the apparatus for creating laws?

Legislative (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT allowed to vote in a Scottish Parliamentary Election?

People under the age of 16 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT a reason why Aristotle is often referred to as the "first" in his field?

The first true poet (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to John Stuart Mill, Utilitarianism is only meaningful when happiness is defined in which way?

Qualitatively (B) Signup and view all the answers

Following Blair's reforms in 2009, which court became the highest in Wales and England?

Supreme Court (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options BEST characterizes Margaret Thatcher's stance towards the IRA?

Uncompromising (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is honored by the Irish as "The Liberator"?

Daniel O'Connell (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do Protestants view the reference to Jesus's death in Catholic mass?

As a re-enactment (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT considered a representative of English Romanticism?

John Donne (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does "Collective Responsibility" mean in British politics?

The government is ultimately accountable for the actions of its members, even if done without their knowledge. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a characteristic of mediaeval man, as exemplified by the character of Macbeth?

Is an example of a man whose character is derived from the mediaeval period (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the significance behind Céad Mile Fáilte?

A formulaic welcome (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the presence of high percentages of Celtic language speakers in the north-west regions of Scotland and Wales?

Stronger cultural ties to the Celtic heritage in those regions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of purpose do stories about Trooping Fairies serve?

They pursue an implicit didactic purpose (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the implied reason for Britain's intervention in Northern Ireland?

An outbreak of violence during one of the annual Orange Marches (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most accurate statement about the length of English dominion over Ireland?

Ireland was under English rule for nearly 800 years (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best description of "Finnegans Wake"?

An experimental novel by James Joyce (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between Cabinet members and government policies?

Cabinet members are required to support government policies in public, even if they disagree personally. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary political focus of the New Labour party?

Pro-European ideals coupled with market-oriented economic principles (C) Signup and view all the answers

What renowned figure is associated with the concept of "Survival of the Fittest" ?

Charles Darwin (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following figures is NOT associated with a key term or concept mentioned in the provided text?

Martin McGuinness (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main criticism of the First Past the Post electoral system?

It does not accurately reflect the popular will due to the distribution of votes and seats (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a prominent example of a peace initiative mentioned in the text?

Corrymeela (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of an "established church" as described in the text?

It is able to make changes to its doctrines and practices without government interference (C) Signup and view all the answers

What religious group is credited with the lack of Christmas celebrations in Scotland until the mid-20th century?

Calvinism (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which figure is best known for philosophical skepticism?

David Hume (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the core reason for the rise of numerous philosophers and scientists in 18th century Scotland, while painters and musicians were less prominent?

A strong emphasis on rational thought and inquiry (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key term associated with Edward Said's philosophy?

The Orient (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between the geographically defined term "Ulster" and the political entity known as "Northern Ireland"?

Ulster is a larger territory encompassing all nine counties, while Northern Ireland consists of six (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following acts as the Executive branch of the United Kingdom government?

The Monarchy and the Government (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Irish Gaelic name for the city of Dublin?

Baile Atha Cliath (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what year did the Republic of Ireland gain its independence?

1921 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the "Heroic Couple" in English sonnets?

To emphasize the main idea and bring the sonnet to a close (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a distinctive feature of the "Judicary", the judicial branch of government?

The role of interpreting and applying the law (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals is known for their atheism, rather than agnosticism?

Charles Darwin (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why was the celebration of Christmas delayed until the mid-20th century in Scotland?

Calvinism prioritizes intellect over festive celebrations. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these figures is known for their involvement in the Celtic Revival?

Lady Gregory and W.B. Yeats (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of Cultural Materialism?

A politicized approach to historiography (D) Signup and view all the answers

From which region did the Empire Windrush predominantly bring people to the UK?

Caribbean (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which country did Thatcher deliver her well-known "Sermon on the Mound" speech?

Scotland (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms is closely associated with the theological framework of the Presbyterian Church?

Calvinist (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many provinces are there in Ireland?

5 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

IBIS Questions

Lib Dems are considered the "Cinderella party" due to their position between Labour and Conservatives.
Scottish Parliament is based at Holyrood.
High taxation was NOT a key feature of Thatcherism.
Whitehall is a metonym for the British government.
Margaret Thatcher's term as PM was 1979-1990.
Thatcher led the Conservative Party.
Calvinism is a major Protestant branch emphasizing theological traditions and Christian practices.
Official name of the Conservatives is the Conservative and Unionist Party.
Labour Party color is red.
Lib Dem color is yellow.
Conservative Party color is blue.
Chronological order of PMs: Heath, Wilson, Callaghan, Thatcher, Blair.
Current Labour leader is Jeremy Corbyn.
NHS slogan: Healthcare must be free at the point of delivery.
UK electoral system is First Past the Post.
Arlene Foster is the First Minister of Northern Ireland.
Culture has no fixed meanings, said Stuart Hall.
Culture is a study of perfection, said Matthew Arnold.
A Muslim Bangladeshi woman is a double subaltern according to Spivak.
Cultural Materialism is a politicized form of historiography.
Homi Bhabha considered the parasite an ideal.
Salman Rushdie is an exemplary parasite.
Central Ulster epic is the Cattle Raid of Cooley.
Edward Elgar conducted the London Symphony Orchestra.
Powell delivered the River of Blood speech.
Clonmacnoise monastery is ideally located on the Shannon River.
Book of Kells was written in lona.

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Test your knowledge on the key political parties, historical events, and cultural aspects of the UK. This quiz covers topics such as the Labour Party, Conservative Party, and important figures like Margaret Thatcher and Jeremy Corbyn. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the UK political landscape!