Introduction to ‘Gleann Álainn’ (Junior Cert Irish): Revision Notes

Sinéad Sinéad is the heart of the group, fiercely determined to protect the environment. She's the one who pushes everyone to take action, even when it means going up against her dad's powerful friends. She won't back down from a fight, especially when it's for what's right.

Seosamh Seosamh is always there to support Sinéad, whether it's by snapping the photos that expose the dumpers or standing by her side. He's quick-thinking, reliable, and totally smitten with Sinéad, though he keeps that part a little more under wraps.

Seán Mac an Mháistir As Sinéad's dad and a big-shot politician, Seán is used to getting his way. When the protest threatens his political pals, he tries to pull strings and protect them, all while trying to deal with the shock of his own daughter leading the charge against him.

Séamus Dubh Séamus Dubh doesn't think the rules apply to him. Confident his political connections will keep him safe, he dumps rubbish without a second thought—until Seosamh's photos bring his careless attitude crashing down in court.

Peadairín Thóin an Bhaile Peadairín is Séamus Dubh's nervous sidekick, constantly on edge about getting caught. He's not as cool and confident as Séamus, and his worst fears come true when the teenagers catch them in the act and haul them to court.

Éamonn Beag As Séamus Dubh's nephew, Éamonn Beag feels torn between his loyalty to his family and doing the right thing. His hesitation to testify against his uncle puts him in a tough spot with his friends.

There are only a few topics that show up in the exam, and they tend to repeat. Below are the possible questions you might get. In the notes that follow, we'll help you prepare to answer each one. Key Questions

1. An dtaitníonn tú an dráma seo? (Do you like this play?)
2. Déan cur síos ar dhá thréith de charachtar a thaitníonn leat. (Describe two traits of a character you like.)
3. Déan cur síos ar bhuaicphointe an dráma. (Describe the high point of the play.)
4. Dean cur síos ar eachtra mór amháin a tharla le linn an dráma. (Describe one major event event that happened during the play.)
5. Déan cur síos ar shuíomh an dráma. (Describe the setting of the play.)
6. Déan cur síos ar dheireadh an dráma. (Describe the end of the play.)