Revolutions Short Questions Flashcards

1
Q

Give 2 causes of the American Revolution

A

Multiple taxes imposed on America
No representation in the British Parliament

No taxation without representation

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2
Q

Mention 2 effects of the American War of Independence on either France or Ireland

A

Ireland
Trading with America ceased
Irish people were inspired to revolt

France
France were in debt
French soldiers brought back revolutionary ideas

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3
Q

What was the Reign of Terror in France during the 1790s?

A

Period in France whereby people thought to be against the revolution were killed

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3
Q

Explain one way in which Ireland was affected by the French Revolution

A

France sent troops to Ireland

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4
Q

Give one reason Irishmen went to fight in the Spanish Civil War

A

To support the church

To support Franco

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5
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What change came about as a result of the Act of Union, 1801

A

Ireland was directly ruled by the parliament in London and the Dublin parliament was abolished.

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