Education and the Irish Language in the Free State (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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In what year did the Irish Free State gain independence?
In what year did the Irish Free State gain independence?
1922
When was the Department of Education established?
When was the Department of Education established?
1921
What reform was introduced in 1923 to make education accessible to all children?
What reform was introduced in 1923 to make education accessible to all children?
Free primary education
Which institution played a substantial role in schools, particularly in rural areas?
Which institution played a substantial role in schools, particularly in rural areas?
The Catholic Church
What was a primary aim of introducing free primary education?
What was a primary aim of introducing free primary education?
To reduce illiteracy
What status did Irish language have in schools after independence?
What status did Irish language have in schools after independence?
Compulsory subject
What requirement was placed on all teachers in the new education system?
What requirement was placed on all teachers in the new education system?
Be proficient in Irish
For which exams was Irish introduced as a requirement?
For which exams was Irish introduced as a requirement?
Intermediate & Leaving Certificate
In which areas were many subjects taught in Irish?
In which areas were many subjects taught in Irish?
Gaeltacht areas
What was one of the most pressing challenges in early education reform?
What was one of the most pressing challenges in early education reform?
Shortage of qualified teachers
What problem hindered effective teaching in rural schools?
What problem hindered effective teaching in rural schools?
High pupil-teacher ratios
What did the University Education Act of 1926 primarily address?
What did the University Education Act of 1926 primarily address?
Governance of higher education