The First Home Rule Bill 1886 and Opposition to it (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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Who introduced the Home Rule Bill of 1886?
Who introduced the Home Rule Bill of 1886?
William Ewart Gladstone
On what date was the Home Rule Bill presented to the House of Commons?
On what date was the Home Rule Bill presented to the House of Commons?
April 8, 1886
How long did Gladstone's presentation speech last?
How long did Gladstone's presentation speech last?
Over three hours
Who influenced Gladstone's transformation to support Home Rule?
Who influenced Gladstone's transformation to support Home Rule?
Charles Stewart Parnell
What two chambers would the Irish legislature consist of?
What two chambers would the Irish legislature consist of?
Assembly & council
Which powers would the British Parliament retain?
Which powers would the British Parliament retain?
Defence & foreign policy
How would Ireland contribute to imperial expenses?
How would Ireland contribute to imperial expenses?
Through a fixed annual sum
Who led the Irish Parliamentary Party?
Who led the Irish Parliamentary Party?
Charles Stewart Parnell
Which groups opposed the bill in Parliament?
Which groups opposed the bill in Parliament?
Liberal Unionists & Conservatives
What infrastructure could the Irish legislature invest in?
What infrastructure could the Irish legislature invest in?
Roads, railways & ports
Which community's rights needed specific protection?
Which community's rights needed specific protection?
Protestant community
Which sector would benefit from Irish legislature reforms?
Which sector would benefit from Irish legislature reforms?
Agriculture