History of Northern Ireland

What is the main theme of Northern Ireland's history as introduced in the video?

• Conflict and resilience

• Cultural unity

• Economic prosperity

• Political stability

Before English colonization, what was the primary cultural influence in Ulster?

• Gaelic

• Scandinavian

• English

• French

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Mellifont in 1603?

• Complete Irish victory

• Technical English triumph

• Independence for Ulster

• Spanish control over Ulster

What was the Flight of the Earls?

• A mass migration of Irish lords

• A successful Irish rebellion

• The establishment of a new Irish kingdom

• A treaty between Ireland and Spain

Who were the key figures in developing the plantation scheme for Ulster?

• Walter Devereux and Thomas Smith

• Arthur Chichester and John Davies

• Hugh O’Neill and Hugh Roe O’Donnell

• David Trimble and Henry VIII

What was the primary goal of the plantation of Ulster?

• To promote Irish culture

• To establish a joint Irish-Scottish government

• To colonize Ulster with Protestant Brits

• To create a Gaelic-speaking region

What was the religious composition of the unofficial plantations in Ulster?

• Buddhist

• Anglican

• Presbyterian Scots

• Catholic

What was a significant challenge faced by the plantation efforts in Ulster?

• Support from the Spanish

• Lack of interest from English settlers

• Resistance from Irish Catholics

• Overpopulation of the region

What was the impact of the plantation efforts on the population of Ulster by the 17th century?

• Decrease in Scottish settlers

• Increase in Irish Catholic population

• Dominance of Scottish Presbyterians

• Complete eradication of native Irish

What was the result of the division of Ireland in the 20th century?

• Unification of Ireland

• Peaceful coexistence

• Increased conflict and bloodshed

• Economic prosperity