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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Ireland gain independence from Britain?
(a) 1864.
(b) 1916.
(c) 1921.
(d) 1908.

2. Which of the following is not listed as a forgotten tradition?
(a) Burials.
(b) Sunday meals.
(c) Wakes.
(d) Welcoming strangers.

3. How many people survived the emigration?
(a) 50%.
(b) 60%.
(c) 75%.
(d) 40%.

4. Who suggested that Queen Victoria go to Ireland?
(a) Former Prime Minister Peel.
(b) The Pope.
(c) Sir Charles Trevelyan.
(d) Lord Clarendon.

5. What caused the hike in evictions?
(a) Landlord incentives.
(b) Free passage to America.
(c) Galway Act.
(d) Higher taxes.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Mrs. O'Donnel's son when he succumbed to the fever?

2. Larger farmers and landlords looked forward to which event?

3. Skibberdeen was referred to as a:

4. Where did the Queen disembark in Ireland?

5. How many leaders of Young Ireland were arrested?

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