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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what month did the 1846 blight begin?
(a) August.
(b) October.
(c) March.
(d) June.

2. The imported corn could feed how many people?
(a) 500,000.
(b) 300,000.
(c) 100,000.
(d) 250,000.

3. Which item was chained to the table at the kitchen?
(a) Serving dishes.
(b) Plates.
(c) Knives.
(d) Spoons.

4. What was the surname of the farmer and his children?
(a) Trent.
(b) Donovan.
(c) Rossa.
(d) Gallagher.

5. How fast did the blight travel across Ireland?
(a) 100 mph.
(b) 50 mph.
(c) 60 mph.
(d) 40 mph.

Short Answer Questions

1. By August, the kitchens were feeding how many people per day?

2. About one-third of the Irish held what occupation?

3. People were required to present which item to receive food?

4. Which government program/act was terminated?

5. How much did moneylenders charge in interest?

(see the answer key)

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