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Difficulty: EasyThe Partition of Ireland

The history of the United Kingdom in the early 20th20^{th} century includes the significant event of the partition of Ireland. In which year was Ireland formally divided, resulting in Northern Ireland remaining part of the United Kingdom?

  1. 19221922Answer
  2. B
    19161916
  3. C
    19251925
  4. D
    19141914

Answer

Ireland was formally partitioned in 19221922, with Northern Ireland remaining part of the United Kingdom.
The year 19221922 is correct because it marks the formal implementation of the partition of Ireland following the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 19211921. Under this arrangement, the Irish Free State was established, while Northern Ireland continued to be part of the United Kingdom.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Recall the events following the First World War in Ireland.
The Anglo-Irish Treaty was signed in 19211921.
The treaty set the stage for the constitutional changes in Ireland.
2
Identify the year the treaty's provisions regarding partition were implemented.
In 19221922, Ireland was formally divided.
This division created the Irish Free State and confirmed Northern Ireland's status.
3
Confirm the status of Northern Ireland after this date.
Northern Ireland remained part of the United Kingdom.
This is a key fact in the Life in the UK handbook regarding the twentieth century.

Key Concept

The 1922 Partition of Ireland
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