Republic of Ireland - Essentials

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1. Does the Republic of Ireland include the whole of the island called Ireland? Yes No

2. What is the capital of the Republic of Ireland? Answer: (One Word)

3. What is the approximate area of the Republic of Ireland? 42,700 sq. miles 26,600 sq. miles 39,400 sq, miles 51,200 sq. miles

4. What is the approximate population of the Republic of Ireland? 4.8 million 4.2 million 3.1 million 5.7 million

5. When did the what is now the the Republic of Ireland gain independence from Britain? 1921 1935 1917 1946

6. The main body of water separating Britain from Ireland is the Irish Sea. What is the name of the southerly section between South Wales and Ireland? St. David's Channel St. George's Channel The Bristol Channel St. Patrick's Channel

7. What is the currency of the Republic of Ireland? British Pound Euro Irish Dollar Gael

8. Which of the following has is NOT a significant industry in the Republic of Ireland? Agriculture Coal mining Glass Brewing

9. The Republic of Ireland is among the poorest countries in Western Europe. True False

10. When did the Republic of Ireland join the European Union (or its predecessor)? 1990 1955 1973 1982