Ireland

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Ireland

Unit 5 

What do you already know about Ireland?

The two Irelands

- catholics

- protestants

 

Great Britain 

or 

United Kingdom? 

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I want to order a beer in central Ireland, what do I pay with?

1. Euro
2. Pound
3. Gulden
4. Paying?

Which city is located in Northern Ireland?

1. Lisburn
2. Galway
3. Waterford
4. Dublin

How many people live in Ireland?

1. 6 Million
2. 9 Million
3. 4.9 Million
4. 17 Million

national symbols of Ireland

The harp is also a very important Irish symbol. In fact, it was so Irish, the British feared it would spark nationalism. Therefore, they banned all harps from the land - and executed all harp players!

The 'shamrock' is Ireland's most important symbol. Its three leaves stand for the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Ghost), linking it to St. Patrick.

Ireland, as Britain, has a lively 'pub culture'. The most famous Irish drink is Guinness, a stout beer.

Legend has it that in Ireland, at the end of a rainbow, you will find a pot of gold.

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There are lots of sheep in Ireland. Irish woolen jumpers are a typical product you will find in tourist shops.

The tricolor Irish flag represents:

• Green: the Catholics
• Orange: the Protestants
• White: the peace between them/ hope for unity
  

Catholicism is the main religion in the Republic of Ireland.

This bird is called a 'puffin'  (papegaaiduiker). You'll find them mostly on the Atlantic coast. 

What percentage of the Irish population lives in Dublin?

1. 2%
2. 12%
3. 28%
4. 44%

Why does the shamrock have 3 leaves?

1. It looks better as a logo
2. It represents the Holy Trinity
3. It brings luck
4. It shows courage

As a Hurling player, can you play at any club you choose?

1. Yes, as you get better, you can play at better clubs
2. No, you play for the team of the county you were born in

I will remember.....