The origins of Ulster unionism

Question 1

Economic reasons for opposition to Home Rule

Answer 1

Ireland had prospered under the Union
This prosperity would be threatened if the link was broken
“All our progress has been made under the Union”-Belfast Chamber of Commerce

Question 2

Political reasons for opposition to Home Rule

Answer 2

Irish parliament would be dominated by extreme nationalists, radicals and Fenians
Not defend integrity of Empire

Question 3

Religious reasons for opposition to Home Rule

Answer 3

Religious and civil liberties would be threatened by a Catholic majority in Dublin parliament to protestants

Question 4

What was the devolution scheme 1904?

Answer 4

Proposed the control of some important aspects of Irish internal affairs, including finance by a representative Irish Council.

Question 5

Events that favoured the Conservatives

Answer 5

Revival of Orange Order
Loyalist Anti-repeal Movement
Unionist Clubs
Ulster Defence Association