Gaelic Games and the foundation under Michael Cusack (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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In what year was the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) founded?
In what year was the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) founded?
1884
Where was the founding meeting of the GAA held?
Where was the founding meeting of the GAA held?
Hayes' Hotel, Thurles
How many people attended the founding meeting of the GAA?
How many people attended the founding meeting of the GAA?
Seven
Who became the first president of the GAA?
Who became the first president of the GAA?
Maurice Davin
What position was Michael Cusack appointed to in the GAA?
What position was Michael Cusack appointed to in the GAA?
Secretary
Which is the oldest Gaelic game, played since at least the fifth century?
Which is the oldest Gaelic game, played since at least the fifth century?
Hurling
When does Gaelic football date back to?
When does Gaelic football date back to?
Sixteenth century
What were two main reasons for the decline of Gaelic games in the nineteenth century?
What were two main reasons for the decline of Gaelic games in the nineteenth century?
Emigration and lack of organisation
Which political organisation was P.W. Nally, who aided Cusack, a member of?
Which political organisation was P.W. Nally, who aided Cusack, a member of?
Irish Republican Brotherhood
In what year did Trinity College draft rules for hurley?
In what year did Trinity College draft rules for hurley?
1877
In which county was Michael Cusack born?
In which county was Michael Cusack born?
County Clare
What was a key aim of the GAA regarding membership?
What was a key aim of the GAA regarding membership?
Open to all classes