Quiz on Ireland

Into how many parts is Ireland divided politically?

• Three parts

• Two parts

• Four parts

• Five parts

Ireland divided itself into

• Political

• Military

• Culturally

• Religiously

What are the two parts of Ireland called?

• Eastern Ireland and Western Ireland

• Northern Ireland and Southern Ireland

• Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland

• Central Ireland and Coastal Ireland

How is Ireland divided in terms of religion?

• Between Catholics and Jews

• Between Protestants and Muslims

• Between Protestants and Catholics

• Between Hindus and Buddhists

What is the capital of Ireland?

• Belfast

• Dublin

• Cork

• Galway

What is the capital of Northern Ireland?

• Dublin

• Cork

• Belfast

• Limerick

What is Ireland's nickname?

• Emerald Isle

• Golden Isle

• Silver Isle

• Ruby Isle

Why is Ireland called the "Emerald Isle"?

• Because of its deserts

• Because of its brilliant green vegetation

• Because of its mountains

• Because of its beaches

What fraction of the island is covered with peat?

• 1/2

• 1/3

• 1/4

• 1/6

What is peat?

• A type of rock

• A spongy material containing waterlogged mosses and plants

• A type of soil

• A type of sand