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 KWL Chart
Directions: Create and complete this chart before, during, and after the
presentation to review.

K W L
(Know) (What I Would Like to Know) (What I Learned)
 Where Is Ireland?

Ireland is located off the

continent of Europe. It is
considered part of Europe.
Ireland
The official name of Ireland is the
Republic of Ireland. It is also known as
the Emerald Isle.
The capital city of Ireland is Dublin.

Ireland is on an island next to Great

Britain. There are actually two parts of
the island. One part is the country of
Ireland (the Republic of Ireland). The
other part is Northern Ireland, which
belongs to the United Kingdom.

The total population of Ireland is over 4

million people.
 All About Dublin

The capital city of Dublin is the major port for the country of Ireland. It has
a temperate climate due to the fact that it is located on a bay and the River
Liffey. Dublin Castle is a famous landmark of the city.

The Dubhlinn Gardens with Dublin Castle in the background by J.-H. Janßen is licensed under CC BY 2.0
Ireland’s Economy

• The currency of Ireland is the Euro.

• Originally, farming was a major part of Ireland’s economy. Currently, the service
industry is leading Ireland’s economy. Tourism is included in the category of
service.
• Manufacturing is also very important to the economy of Ireland.
 Turn and Talk

How does the Irish economy compare to

your area of the United States?
Ireland’s Government

Ireland’s government is a parliamentary democracy. The people of Ireland elect the

president in a direct election. The president can serve two terms, and each
presidential term is seven years. Ireland’s parliament is called the Oireachtas. There
are two houses in the Oireachtas: a house of representatives and a senate. There is
also a prime minister who is the leader of the parliament.
 Think, Pair, Share

How is the government of Ireland similar

to the United States? How is it different?
Ireland’s Climate

Ireland’s climate is classified as a mild temperate oceanic climate. This

means that the Atlantic Ocean moderates Ireland’s climate, so there are no
extremes. Ireland has a significant amount of rainfall: between 30 and 50
inches per year.
nd’s Culture

• About ⅘ of Irish are native to the area. The

other ⅕ of the population is from various
regions of the world.
• Both English and Irish are the official
languages of Ireland.
• Over 75% of the population is Roman
Catholic.
• Irish music is very distinct. Traditional Irish
instruments include Uilleann pipes, the
accordion, the Celtic harp, and the fiddle.
• Irish dance is a famous part of Irish culture.
 Think About It

What parts of Irish culture have you

experienced?
s of Moher
One of the famous natural landmarks of Ireland is the Cliffs of Moher.
These beautiful sea cliffs on the Atlantic coast were formed over 300
million years ago! The cliffs are an important nesting ground for many
birds.
 Wrap-Up
Complete your KWL chart from the beginning of the presentation.

What did you learn?

What did you find most interesting about Ireland?