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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the British refer to the famine?

2. How many leaders of Young Ireland were arrested?

3. Where were the goods on board the ship being sent?

4. What attacked the corpses out in the open?

5. Which of the following was not recommended for preventing disease?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In addition to starvation, many of the Irish were contaminated and contracted various other diseases and ailments. List the diseases and ailments, what they are, the symptoms and cures (if any).

Essay Topic 2

The author notes that the Irish were by no means rich even before the famine hit. Explain how the Irish lived before the famine. Include religion, education, and social activities as well as work. Also list what a common meal might consist of at a typical Irish dinner table.

Essay Topic 3

A great deal was written about the Irish unions and the way the handled the famine and ensuing devastation. Explain the concept of the union and what its actions were before, during and after the famine.

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