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Flashcards on Irish Potato Famine: Impact on Ireland
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What was the main cause of the Irish Potato Famine?
The potato crop failure caused by a fungal disease known as late blight.
How many people died during the Irish Potato Famine?
Approximately one million people died, and another million emigrated from Ireland.
What impact did the Irish Potato Famine have on Ireland's population?
The population of Ireland decreased significantly due to death and emigration.
How did the Irish Potato Famine affect Irish society?
The famine caused widespread poverty, disease, and social unrest in Ireland.
What role did the British government play during the Irish Potato Famine?
The British government's response was criticized for being inadequate and ineffective in addressing the crisis.
How did the Irish Potato Famine impact Irish agriculture?
The overreliance on potatoes as a staple crop led to the devastation of Ireland's agricultural system.
What long-term effects did the Irish Potato Famine have on Ireland?
The famine had lasting effects on population, economy, and Irish cultural identity.
How did the Irish Potato Famine affect Irish politics?
The famine intensified political movements and demands for Irish land reform and independence from British rule.
What international response did the Irish Potato Famine receive?
The famine garnered international attention and led to relief efforts and aid from various countries.
What were the consequences of the Irish Potato Famine on Irish emigration?
The famine resulted in a mass exodus of Irish people to other countries, particularly the United States.
How did the Irish Potato Famine impact the Irish language and culture?
The famine contributed to the decline of the Irish language and cultural traditions.
What economic effects did the Irish Potato Famine have on Ireland?
The famine led to economic decline, increased poverty, and land consolidation in Ireland.
How did the Irish Potato Famine impact the relationship between Ireland and Britain?
The famine strained the relationship between Ireland and Britain, fueling Irish nationalism and anti-British sentiments.
What social consequences did the Irish Potato Famine have on Ireland?
The famine exacerbated social divisions, deepened poverty, and led to increased emigration.
How did the Irish Potato Famine impact the Irish diaspora?
The famine resulted in the formation of large Irish communities abroad, particularly in the United States.
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What was the main cause of the Irish Potato Famine?
Drought
Potato crop failure caused by a fungal disease
Pest infestation
Overpopulation
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Approximately how many people died during the Irish Potato Famine?
100,000
500,000
1 million
2 million
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What impact did the Irish Potato Famine have on Ireland's population?
Population remained stable
Population increased
Population decreased significantly
Population doubled
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How did the British government respond to the Irish Potato Famine?
Provided immediate and effective aid
Response was criticized for being inadequate and ineffective
Implemented successful relief measures
Denied the existence of a famine
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What role did the potato play in Irish society before the famine?
It was a luxury food
It was a staple food
It was rarely consumed
It was only grown for export
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How did the Irish Potato Famine impact Irish agriculture?
Led to the devastation of Ireland's agricultural system
Improved agricultural practices
Increased crop diversity
Had no impact on agriculture
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What long-term effects did the Irish Potato Famine have on Ireland?
Increased agricultural productivity
Population decline, economic decline, and cultural changes
Improved living conditions
Strengthened relationship with Britain
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How did the Irish Potato Famine impact Irish emigration?
Decreased emigration
Resulted in a mass exodus of Irish people
Limited emigration to other European countries
Had no effect on emigration
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What impact did the Irish Potato Famine have on Irish cultural identity?
Strengthened Irish cultural traditions
Contributed to the decline of the Irish language and cultural traditions
Had no effect on Irish cultural identity
Led to the revival of ancient Irish customs
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How did the Irish Potato Famine affect the relationship between Ireland and Britain?
Strained the relationship, fueled Irish nationalism and anti-British sentiments
Strengthened the relationship
Had no impact on the relationship
Resulted in Ireland becoming a British colony
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