Quiz: How much do you know about Irish politics?
Eva Osborne
As speculation grows over the date of the approaching General Election, how much do you actually know about the current political scene in Ireland?
From identifying politicians and naming of party leaders to the latest political controversies, test your knowledge of Irish politics by taking our quiz.
What parties make up the current coalition?
- Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and the Green Party
- Sinn Féin and Fine Gael
- Fianna Fáil, Sinn Féin and Aontú
- Labour Party and Fianna Fáil
Can you identify this politician?
- Ivana Bacik
- Norma Foley
- Mary Lou McDonald
- Heather Humphreys
What was voted on in the last referendum?
- Same-sex marriage
- Reducing the voting age to 16
- Constitutional changes on family and care
- The legalisation of marijuana
How much did the notorious Leinster House bike shed cost?
- €336,000
- €258,000
- €372,000
- €294,000
What party does Peadar Tóibín lead?
- Fine Gael
- Fianna Fáil
- Aontú
- Green Party
Who is the leader of the Green Party?
- Eamon Ryan
- Catherine Martin
- Pippa Hackett
- Roderic O'Gorman
Who is this politician?
- Jack Chambers
- Paschal Donohoe
- Stephen Donnelly
- Eamon Ryan
What is the latest that the next general election can be held?
- February 2025
- April 2025
- March 2025
- May 2025
Who is the current Tánaiste?
- Leo Varadkar
- Simon Harris
- Eamon Ryan
- Micheál Martin
