The Wind That Shakes The Barley Movie! Quiz
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Who is this?
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Chris Riley
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Damien O'Donnovan
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Johnny Grogan
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Explore key moments and characters from 'The Wind That Shakes the Barley' in this engaging quiz. Assess your knowledge on plot details, historical context, and character actions within the film, enhancing your understanding of its portrayal of early 20th-century Ireland.
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What is hurling?
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A type of Irish rugby
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An Irish field game played with sticks
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An Irish fight
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A. An Irish field game played with sticksExplanation
Hurling is an Irish field game played with sticks. It is a traditional sport that dates back over 3,000 years and is considered one of the fastest and oldest field games in the world. The players use a wooden stick called a hurley to hit a small ball called a sliotar. The objective of the game is to score points by hitting the sliotar into the opponent's goal or over the crossbar. Hurling is a highly skilled and physically demanding sport that is deeply rooted in Irish culture and heritage.Rate this question:
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Which scene is immediately after the attack in the train station?
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Damien is seen joining the IRA
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The IRA are training in the hills
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Sinead delivers a message on her bicycle
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A. Damien is seen joining the IRAExplanation
After the attack in the train station, the next scene shows Damien joining the IRA. This implies that Damien's decision to join the IRA is a direct consequence of the attack or is somehow related to it. The scene helps to establish the progression of the story and the character's involvement in the conflict.Rate this question:
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This is Mrs Rafferty sitting in the Irish-led court room.
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True
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False
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A. TrueExplanation
The given statement suggests that Mrs Rafferty is present in an Irish-led court room. The answer "True" indicates that the statement is correct and Mrs Rafferty is indeed sitting in the Irish-led court room.Rate this question:
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Chris Riley is shot for being a traitor. What did he do?
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Told Sir John where Sinead lives
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Went to his uncle's funeral in the country
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Told the Black and Tans where Teddy was hiding
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A. Told the Black and Tans where Teddy was hidingExplanation
Chris Riley is shot for being a traitor because he betrayed Teddy by revealing his whereabouts to the Black and Tans. This act of betrayal put Teddy's life in danger and ultimately resulted in Chris being punished for his actions.Rate this question:
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Damien and Teddy disagree over what?
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Which of them should go out with Sinead
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The constitution of the free State of Ireland
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The priest's views in church
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A. The constitution of the free State of IrelandExplanation
Damien and Teddy disagree over the constitution of the free State of Ireland.Rate this question:
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Chris Riley was caught "snitching" but this is an informal word. In the exam, what more formal verb (ending with ING) could you use instead? This website might help you... (note:- the word is NOT narking, which is also colloquial)
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betraying
telling
giving
denouncingExplanation
The examiner prefers you not to use colloquial words such as; snitch and nark and grass.Rate this question:
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Who is Sinead's grandmother?
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Lily
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Peggy
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Bernadette
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A. PeggyExplanation
Sinead's grandmother is Peggy.Rate this question:
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Michael was killed because...
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He was being stubborn
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He couldn't say his name in English
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He spat at the Black and Tans
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A. He couldn't say his name in EnglishExplanation
Michael was killed because he couldn't say his name in English. This suggests that there was a language barrier or a prejudice against individuals who couldn't speak English. It implies that his inability to communicate in English led to a misunderstanding or conflict, ultimately resulting in his death.Rate this question:
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In the film "The Wind That Shakes the Barley," the two main characters, Damien and Teddy, are brothers who join the _______ fight for independence against British rule.
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Irish, irishExplanation
"The Wind That Shakes the Barley" is set during the Irish War of Independence (1919-1921) and the Irish Civil War (1922-1923). The film follows Damien and Teddy, two brothers who become involved in the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and fight against British forces. Their struggle for independence is intertwined with personal conflicts and moral dilemmas, reflecting the complexities of the historical period and the impact of war on individuals and families.Rate this question:
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A traitor is
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Someone who betrays their friends or what they believe in
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Someone who carrys the trays of snacks at a party
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A soldier who does a special job during a war
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A. Someone who betrays their friends or what they believe inExplanation
The correct answer is "someone who betrays their friends or what they believe in." This definition accurately describes a traitor as someone who acts against the trust and loyalty of their friends or their own beliefs. They betray the confidence and faith placed in them, often for personal gain or to align themselves with an opposing party. This term is commonly used to describe individuals who deceive or act against their allegiances, causing harm or damage to those they were once loyal to.Rate this question:
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Manipulation is when....
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You are encouraged to think a certain way by another person
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You are supposed to act like a man and be strong
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Something is being squeezed into a different shape
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A. You are encouraged to think a certain way by another personExplanation
Manipulation refers to the act of influencing or persuading someone to think or behave in a particular way. It involves the use of tactics or techniques to control someone's thoughts or actions, often with the intention of achieving personal gain or advantage. In this context, when you are encouraged to think a certain way by another person, it implies that they are manipulating your thoughts or beliefs to align with their own agenda or perspective.Rate this question:
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It was difficult for the Irish in the 1920's because.
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They were starving because of the potato famine
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The British were making them pay rent to live on land they used to own
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There were differences of opinion amongst them about the best solution
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A. There were differences of opinion amongst them about the best solutionExplanation
The 1920s in Ireland were marked by significant political and social upheaval, primarily due to the struggle for independence from British rule, which culminated in the Irish War of Independence followed by the signing of the Anglo-Irish Treaty in 1921. This treaty led to the partition of Ireland and the creation of the Irish Free State in 1922, separate from Northern Ireland which remained part of the United Kingdom. The treaty was highly contentious and divided public opinion, leading to the Irish Civil War between the pro-treaty and anti-treaty forces. This period was characterized by intense political division and violence, as the Irish debated and fought over the best path forward for achieving full national sovereignty and unity.Rate this question:
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The story of The Wind that Shakes the Barley is about..
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The Irish people fighting against the British to rule their own country
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Gorillas and the way they used to live in Ireland
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The history of why Ireland is separate from Northern Ireland
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A. The Irish people fighting against the British to rule their own country
A. The history of why Ireland is separate from Northern IrelandExplanation
A gorilla is a large ape that lives in equatorial regions. A guerrilla is a member of a band of irregular soldiers.Rate this question:
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