英语国家概况第四课爱尔兰概况TheRepublicofIreland.ppt

英语国家概括 授课老师：张学力 QQ:1632264909 An Introduction to English-Speaking Countries英语国家概括 张 学 力 QQ：1772708276 邮箱: 1772708276@QQ.com The republic of Ireland Size: 70, 280 sqk Population: 4, 156, 000 Urbanization: 65% GDP: 204, 164 MUSD(42ed) GDP/capital: 38, 816 USD (12nd) National Symbols of Ireland Green: Catholic Irishmen White: Protestant Irishmen Orange: friendship between Catholics and Protestants National Anthem 歌曲：影音文件 歌词：Word文档 Geographical Features The coast of Ireland mostly consists of cliffs, hills and low mountains, while the interior of the country is relatively flat plain. The Highest Peak in IrelandCarrantuohill Carrantuohill in the county of Kerry is the highest peak in Ireland, rising to 1,041 meters above sea level. The Longest River in Irelandthe Shannon River 香农河 The Shannon River （370 km） divides the west of the island of Ireland from the east and south. Climate in Ireland The Republic of Ireland has a temperate maritime climate with excessive rainfall. People in Ireland The population of Ireland in 2008 is 6.2 million （approx. 1.8 million abroad）. The people in Ireland is mainly of Celtic origin. Ireland has a long history of emigration. Languages in Ireland The Irish and English are two official languages. Irish is the first official language according to the Constitution. English is by far the predominant language spoken throughout the country. Religion Ireland has one of the highest rates of church attendance in the world. History Early History Process toward Independence Republic of Ireland Early History Early Settlers The Celts The Coming of Christianity Ireland as Part of Britain Early Settlers 7000 BC Mesolithic or middle Stone Age Hunter-gatherers from Britain 3000 BC Neolithic or new Stone Age Farmers raising animals and cultivating soil 2000-1200 BC Bronze Age Prospectors and metal workers The