Ireland Flashcards
(278 cards)
Who was the first king of all Ireland?
Brian Boru
Fill in the blank: The ___ dynasty was one of the most prominent royal families in early medieval Ireland.
O’Brien
Which king is known for his victory at the Battle of Clontarf in 1014?
Brian Boru
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major rival to Brian Boru? A) Henry II B) Diarmait Mac Murchada C) Richard III
B) Diarmait Mac Murchada
What title was commonly used for the rulers of Gaelic Ireland?
High King
Who was the last High King of Ireland before the Norman invasion?
Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair
True or False: The title of King of Tara was considered the most prestigious in ancient Ireland.
True
Fill in the blank: The ___ were a group of kings that ruled over various regions in Ireland during the medieval period.
Uí Néill
Which king was known for his attempts to unify Ireland and resist English rule during the 16th century?
Hugh O’Neill
Multiple Choice: Who was the king that signed the Treaty of Limerick in 1691? A) James II B) Charles I C) Brian Boru
A) James II
What was the primary role of the Gaelic kings?
To rule over their territories and maintain law and order.
True or False: The kings of Ireland were typically elected by the nobility.
True
Fill in the blank: The king of Connacht was one of the ___ provincial kings in Ireland.
four
What was the significance of the Hill of Tara?
It was the traditional seat of the High Kings of Ireland.
Which king was associated with the establishment of the Kingdom of Meath?
Niall of the Nine Hostages
Multiple Choice: Which of the following kings was executed in 1649? A) Charles I B) James II C) Hugh O’Neill
A) Charles I
What is the name of the famous Irish king known for his legendary status and association with the Fianna?
Fionn mac Cumhaill
True or False: The Gaelic kings often engaged in warfare with each other.
True
Fill in the blank: The ___ was a significant battle that marked the end of Gaelic Irish resistance to English rule.
Battle of the Boyne
Who was the first king of the Tudor dynasty to rule over Ireland?
Henry VII
Multiple Choice: Which king is often credited with the introduction of Christianity to Ireland? A) Patrick B) Brian Boru C) Niall of the Nine Hostages
A) Patrick
What was the primary source of power for the kings of Ireland?
Land and military strength.
Fill in the blank: The ___ was a significant assembly where Irish kings would gather to make important decisions.
Mór
What year did the Irish Revolution primarily take place?
1916 to 1923