Political Propaganda 1: Ulster Unionists

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    What is the part of the postcard labelled 4?

    • Red Hand of Ulster
    • Union Jack
    • English politician
    • Ulster
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This brief quiz is an attempt to encourage students to explore the nature of political propaganda and the use of images and symbols. The picture is a postcard produced by Ulster Unionists during the fight to defeat the Third Home Rule Bill, 1912, which was to give Ireland a parliament of its own.

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  • 2. 

    What is the part of the postcard labelled 1?

    • Red Hand of Ulster

    • Union Jack

    • English politician

    • Ulster

    Correct Answer
    A. Red Hand of Ulster
    Explanation
    The part of the postcard labelled 1 is the Red Hand of Ulster. This symbol represents the province of Ulster in Northern Ireland and is often associated with Irish nationalism and unionism. It is a cultural and historical emblem that has been used for centuries to represent the identity and heritage of the region.

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  • 3. 

    What is the part of the postcard labelled 2?

    • Red Hand of Ulster

    • Union Jack

    • English politician

    • Ulster

    Correct Answer
    A. Union Jack
    Explanation
    The part of the postcard labelled 2 is the Union Jack. The Union Jack is the national flag of the United Kingdom, consisting of the combination of the flags of England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. It is commonly used to represent the United Kingdom and its various territories.

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  • 4. 

    What is the part of the postcard labelled 3?

    • Red Hand of Ulster

    • Union Jack

    • English politician

    • Ulster

    Correct Answer
    A. Ulster
    Explanation
    The part of the postcard labelled 3 is Ulster. Ulster is a region in Ireland, which is divided into nine counties. It is known for its rich history and cultural significance, particularly in relation to the conflict between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The other options, such as the Red Hand of Ulster, Union Jack, and English politician, do not correspond to the part of the postcard labelled 3.

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  • 5. 

    What institution are Ulster Unionists trying to keep in this piece of propaganda?

    • Act of Union between Britain and Ireland

    • House of Lords

    • Irish parliament

    Correct Answer
    A. Act of Union between Britain and Ireland
    Explanation
    The Ulster Unionists are trying to keep the Act of Union between Britain and Ireland intact. This piece of propaganda suggests that they are advocating for the continuation of the union between Britain and Ireland, rather than the establishment of an independent Irish parliament or the preservation of the House of Lords.

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    What is the actual name of the province named 'Maynooth Province' in the postcard?

    • Ulster

    • Leinster

    • Connaught

    • Munster

    Correct Answer
    A. Leinster
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Leinster. Maynooth Province is not a real province, so it can be assumed that it is a fictional or made-up name. Therefore, the actual name of the province in the postcard is Leinster.

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