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The Great Potato Famine caused the death and migration of people in Ireland in the mid-19th century, which ultimately led to the Irish Question.
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How did the Industrial Revolution affect Britain's global status during the Victorian era?
The Industrial Revolution made Britain the most powerful country in the world.
The Easter Rising occurred in 1916 to establish the Irish Republic, but it was ______.
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What was the Irish Question and what led to its emergence?
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Sinn Féin absorbed nationalists and formed the Irish Parliament in ______.
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What was the Easter Rising and why did it occur?
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What was Sinn Féin's role in the formation of the Irish Parliament?
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The Irish War of Independence occurred between Northern and Southern Ireland in the early 20th century, after the country gained its independence from Britain.
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The Republic of Ireland became independent, but violence continued in ______ until the 1990s.
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How did the Irish War of Independence end and what was its impact on Ireland's independence?
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Study Notes
- Shaw and Wilde born under Queen Victoria's rule.
- Wilde belongs to mid-late Victorian period, Shaw to early 20th century Modernism.
- Industrial Revolution influenced the epoch, making Britain the most powerful country in the world.
- Colonies began to gain independence, leading to the Irish Question.
- Great Potato Famine caused death and migration of people.
- Easter Rising occurred to establish Irish Republic, but was suppressed.
- Sinn Féin absorbed nationalists and formed Irish Parliament in 1919.
- Irish War of Independence occurred between Northern and Southern Ireland.
- Pro-treaty forces won the civil war.
- Republic of Ireland became independent, but violence continued in Northern Ireland until the 1990s.
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Description
Test your knowledge of Irish and British history with this quiz covering the Victorian and Modernist periods, from the Industrial Revolution to the establishment of the Republic of Ireland. Explore the impact of the Great Potato Famine, the Easter Rising, and the Irish War of Independence on the region. See how much you know about the key players, events, and forces that shaped this tumultuous era. Put your history skills to the test with this engaging and informative quiz.
