Belfast in the Early Stages of the War (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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When did World War II break out?
When did World War II break out?
September 1939
Which group in NI was largely Protestant and pro-British?
Which group in NI was largely Protestant and pro-British?
The Unionist population
How did many Nationalists view WWII?
How did many Nationalists view WWII?
As 'England's war'
What was Belfast expected to produce for the war effort?
What was Belfast expected to produce for the war effort?
Ships, aircraft, and munitions
What Act did Unionist leaders encourage the govt to extend to NI?
What Act did Unionist leaders encourage the govt to extend to NI?
Emergency Powers Act
When did the Belfast Blitz occur?
When did the Belfast Blitz occur?
1941
Who led the Republic of Ireland during WWII?
Who led the Republic of Ireland during WWII?
Éamon de Valera
When was Ireland partitioned?
When was Ireland partitioned?
1921
Why did the British govt fear introducing conscription in NI?
Why did the British govt fear introducing conscription in NI?
It would exacerbate sectarian tensions
Which industries made the NI workforce essential to the war effort?
Which industries made the NI workforce essential to the war effort?
Shipbuilding and munitions production
What did Nationalist leaders argue WWII was an example of?
What did Nationalist leaders argue WWII was an example of?
British imperialism
What effect did the Belfast Blitz have on the NI population?
What effect did the Belfast Blitz have on the NI population?
They united to protect the city