Expressions of Cultural Identity (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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In what year was the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) established?
In what year was the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) established?
1884
Which sports does the GAA promote?
Which sports does the GAA promote?
Gaelic football, hurling, camogie, handball
What is the capacity of Croke Park stadium where All-Ireland finals are held?
What is the capacity of Croke Park stadium where All-Ireland finals are held?
82,000 spectators
Which are examples of traditional Irish dances?
Which are examples of traditional Irish dances?
Jigs, reels and hornpipes
Which instruments are traditional to Irish music?
Which instruments are traditional to Irish music?
Bodhrán, fiddle and tin whistle
When was Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann established?
When was Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann established?
1951
Which broadcaster regularly airs recordings of Irish music and dance?
Which broadcaster regularly airs recordings of Irish music and dance?
TG4
What factors influenced traditional Irish food development?
What factors influenced traditional Irish food development?
Restricted agricultural land & climate
How was bacon traditionally preserved on Irish farms?
How was bacon traditionally preserved on Irish farms?
Salted and smoked
Which Irish city is coddle particularly associated with?
Which Irish city is coddle particularly associated with?
Dublin
What percentage of international visitors seek traditional Irish dishes?
What percentage of international visitors seek traditional Irish dishes?
Over 70%
What were mass rocks used for during British rule?
What were mass rocks used for during British rule?
Hidden altars for banned Catholic mass
Which are major Catholic pilgrimage sites in Ireland?
Which are major Catholic pilgrimage sites in Ireland?
Knock, Croagh Patrick, Lough Derg