Irish history quiz: When was the Great Famine? Who was Ireland's first president?

How much do you know about Irish history and its key figures?
Irish history quiz: When was the Great Famine? Who was Ireland's first president?

Eva Osborne

Ireland's rich history is often commemorated and celebrated through events, art, and education, with some residual tensions still present to this day.

From the Easter Rising to the Great Famine, there's a lot to cover if you're looking to brush up on your Irish history knowledge.

So, why not take our quiz to see where you're at?

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