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What was a significant advantage of the Act of Union for Belfast?
What was a significant advantage of the Act of Union for Belfast?
- Creation of the Orange Order
- Economic growth through connections with other cities in the UK (correct)
- Increased religious conflicts
- Retirement of the Ulster Unionist Party
The Orange Order was established to promote Catholic interests in Ireland.
The Orange Order was established to promote Catholic interests in Ireland.
False (B)
What were some reasons that supporters of the Act of Union felt it was beneficial?
What were some reasons that supporters of the Act of Union felt it was beneficial?
Economic benefits, religious protection, national identity.
Protestants in Ulster established the ____________ to safeguard against a perceived Catholic takeover.
Protestants in Ulster established the ____________ to safeguard against a perceived Catholic takeover.
Match the reasons supporters had for the Act of Union with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the reasons supporters had for the Act of Union with their corresponding descriptions:
Flashcards
Act of Union and Belfast
Act of Union and Belfast
The Act of Union (1801) joined Ireland and Great Britain. For Belfast, it meant they could trade freely with wealthy British cities.
Religious Conflict in Belfast
Religious Conflict in Belfast
Despite the Union, religious tensions persisted between Protestants and Catholics in Belfast.
Ulster Protection
Ulster Protection
The Orange Order and Ulster Unionist Party formed to protect the Act of Union. Protestants feared a Catholic takeover of Ireland.
Economic Benefits of the Union
Economic Benefits of the Union
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Religious Protection under the Union
Religious Protection under the Union
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Study Notes
Unionism in Ulster
- The Act of Union benefited Belfast, connecting it to other prosperous UK cities.
- Despite union, conflict remained between Protestants and Catholics in Belfast.
- Frequent clashes erupted between the two groups.
- Protestants formed the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) to protect their interests and the Act of Union.
- Protestants feared Catholic domination of Ireland and organized to maintain their power.
Reasons for Supporting the Act of Union
- British economic support provided jobs in Ulster.
- Religious protection for Protestants was a key motivator.
- National pride in British identity played a role.
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Description
This quiz explores the complexities of Unionism in Ulster, highlighting the benefits brought by the Act of Union and the tensions between Protestants and Catholics. It delves into the formation of the Ulster Volunteer Force and the motivations for supporting the Act, including economic and religious factors. Test your knowledge on this pivotal period in Irish history.
