Hunger Strikes of 1981 (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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In what year was Special Category Status for prisoners phased out?
In what year was Special Category Status for prisoners phased out?
1976
How long did the first hunger strike in 1980 last?
How long did the first hunger strike in 1980 last?
53 days
Who led the second hunger strike that began in March 1981?
Who led the second hunger strike that began in March 1981?
Bobby Sands
How were the 1981 hunger strikes staggered to maximise impact?
How were the 1981 hunger strikes staggered to maximise impact?
Each began two weeks apart
When did Bobby Sands win the election to become an MP?
When did Bobby Sands win the election to become an MP?
9 April 1981
When did Bobby Sands die during his hunger strike?
When did Bobby Sands die during his hunger strike?
5 May 1981
How many prisoners died before the hunger strikes ended?
How many prisoners died before the hunger strikes ended?
Ten prisoners
In which month and year did the hunger strikes end?
In which month and year did the hunger strikes end?
October 1981
How many people in total were killed during the hunger strike period?
How many people in total were killed during the hunger strike period?
61 people
What dual strategy did Sinn Féin and the IRA adopt after the hunger strikes?
What dual strategy did Sinn Féin and the IRA adopt after the hunger strikes?
Armalite and ballot box strategy
What percentage of the nationalist vote did Sinn Féin win in May 1983 local elections?
What percentage of the nationalist vote did Sinn Féin win in May 1983 local elections?
35%
Which hunger striker was also elected as a TD in the Irish Parliament?
Which hunger striker was also elected as a TD in the Irish Parliament?
Kieran Doherty