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What organization did Ulster Protestants form to address their fears of Catholic dominance?
What organization did Ulster Protestants form to address their fears of Catholic dominance?
The Act of Union had no positive effects for Belfast.
The Act of Union had no positive effects for Belfast.
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Name one reason people supported the Act of Union.
Name one reason people supported the Act of Union.
Britain was helping Ulster and providing jobs.
The Ulster Unionist party aimed to protect the _____ of Union.
The Ulster Unionist party aimed to protect the _____ of Union.
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Match the following reasons with their corresponding supporters:
Match the following reasons with their corresponding supporters:
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Study Notes
Unionism and Ulster
- The Act of Union brought advantages to Belfast, linking it to other rich cities in the UK.
- Ongoing conflict existed between Protestants and Catholics in Ireland, with frequent street riots.
- Ulster Protestants feared Catholic takeover and formed organizations like the Orange Order.
- The Ulster Unionist party aimed to safeguard the Act of Union.
- Reasons for supporting the Act of Union:
- Britain offered employment opportunities in Ulster.
- Religious protection was a key motivation.
- British identity was a significant factor.
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Explore the historical context of Unionism in Ulster, including the Act of Union's impact on Belfast and the tensions between Protestants and Catholics. This quiz delves into the motivations behind the support for the Act of Union and the formation of key organizations like the Orange Order.
