Chapter 4: Early Christian Ireland Flashcards
What is the primary religion that spread in Ireland during the early Christian period?
Christianity
True or False: St. Patrick is credited with converting Ireland to Christianity.
True
Fill in the blank: The early Christian period in Ireland is often associated with the _______ century.
5th
What were monasteries primarily used for during early Christian Ireland?
They were centers of learning, religious devotion, and community life.
Who was the first bishop of Ireland?
St. Patrick
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a famous Irish manuscript from the early Christian period? A) Book of Kells B) Domesday Book C) Magna Carta
A) Book of Kells
What was the significance of the monastic schools in early Christian Ireland?
They preserved and copied classical texts and were centers of education.
True or False: The early Christian period in Ireland saw the construction of large stone churches.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ is a famous site of early Christian monastic settlement in County Kerry.
Skellig Michael
What role did the Celtic Church play in early Christian Ireland?
It adapted Christianity to local customs and established a distinct Irish identity.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major influence on the spread of Christianity in Ireland? A) Roman Empire B) Viking invasions C) Irish chieftains
C) Irish chieftains
Who was the founder of the monastic settlement at Clonmacnoise?
St. Ciarán
True or False: The early Christian period in Ireland was marked by frequent wars between different kingdoms.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ was the main religious text used by early Christians in Ireland.
Bible
What was the impact of the arrival of the Vikings on early Christian Ireland?
They led to the establishment of towns and trade but also caused destruction to monasteries.
