7th form Reading "Ireland"

1. Ireland is an/a _____ in the west of Europe.

2. Northern Ireland, which is also situated on this island, is a ____ of the United Kingdom.

3. One third of the ____ lives in and around the capital, Belfast.

4. Belfast is also the most important port, idustrial and commercial ____ of the part.

5. Some ____ of the region (those not close to Belfast) have remained mainly rural.

6. Northern Ireland keeps its own very stong ____.

7. The Irish are very kind and polite ____, who always welcome stragers heartly.

8. Northern Ireland can boast of its _____ which are held there every year.

9. It has its own Arts Council and there are orchestras, theatre, ballet and opera ____.

10. It is a very beautiful place with fine lakes, magnificent ____ and attractive beaches.