How did the Troubles in Northern Ireland influence later UK politics?

They prompted the creation of a power-sharing government

Why was the Act of Union in 1707 a turning point in UK political history?

It formally united Scotland and England under one parliament

What environmental concern is increasing in public attention in the UK?

Sustainable energy and climate change

Why is the existence of strong regional parties (e.g. SNP, Plaid Cymru) politically significant?

They reflect growing support for independence and national autonomy

Which statement best explains the “West Lothian question”?

It challenges the right of non-English MPs to vote on English laws

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1
How did the Troubles in Northern Ireland influence later UK politics?
They led directly to the EU referendum
They removed Sinn Féin from Irish politics
They prompted the creation of a power-sharing government
They weakened the monarchy
2
The Act of Union 1801 united Great Britain and Ireland into one state.
False
True
3
Why was the Act of Union in 1707 a turning point in UK political history?
It granted independence to Wales
It formally united Scotland and England under one parliament
It created a shared monarchy
It ended the Troubles
4
What environmental concern is increasing in public attention in the UK?
Forest decline in urban zones
National park closures
Coal mining subsidies
Sustainable energy and climate change
5
Why is the existence of strong regional parties (e.g. SNP, Plaid Cymru) politically significant?
They are only active in EU Parliament elections
They reflect growing support for independence and national autonomy
They replace traditional UK-wide parties
They offer alternative welfare policies
6
Which statement best explains the “West Lothian question”?
It’s about Brexit and border issues
It questions why English MPs can’t vote in Scottish Parliament
It refers to uneven voting rights in the EU
It challenges the right of non-English MPs to vote on English laws
7
What are the Pennines often called?
England‘s Ridge
The Great Divide
The Backbone of England
The Border Hills
8
What is the highest mountain in the UK?
Ben Nevis
Snowdon
Scafell Pike
The Pennines
9
What is the function of Stormont?
Scottish Parliament location
Northern Ireland Assembly
UK Parliament building
Royam Palace in Belfast
10
The Highlands are located in northern England and are known for coal mining.
True
False

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