Derry (Comparison with Slough)

Question 1

Where does Derry rank in NI?

Answer 1

It is the 2nd largest city.

Question 2

Where is Derry located that could cause tensions?

Answer 2

It is on the border of the Republic of Ireland

Question 3

What sector does Derry specialise in?

Answer 3

Secondary Sector

Question 4

Why was the US military base in Derry important?

Answer 4

It was the first ever military base in Europe.

Question 5

What tensions exist largely in Derry?

Answer 5

It is tensions between Catholics and Protestants (or Unionists vs Nationalists)

Question 6

What were ‘The Troubles’?

Answer 6

This was a period of time where a large amount of sectarian terrorist attacks occurred.

Question 7

What was Bloody Sunday?

Answer 7

This was an event where 14 protesters were shot by the police, despite being completely unarmed.

Question 8

What is the Peace Bridge?

Answer 8

This was a bridge that was built in 2010, and it hoped to link together Protestant and Catholic communities.