Action on Sectarianism Quiz (answers)

This article contains the answers to a quiz created for staff and MSPs at the Scottish Parliament.

1. How many projects have been funded since 2012 to build an understanding of the nature and extent of sectarianism in Scotland and the effectiveness of interventions?

120

2. Since 2013, in how many local authorities in Scotland were there charges for Religiously Aggravated Offending?

32

3. In the recent Scottish Football Supporters Survey what percentage of supporters have witnessed sectarianism within football stadiums?

88%

50% felt they had experienced it themselves with the same number feeling it is a significant issue at Scottish football.

4. How many users has Action on Sectarianism had since its launch in October 2013?

24,000

5. What was the highest population percentage of Irish born emigrants settled in Scotland in the 19th Century?

7.2%

6. Who did the Pope support at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690?

The Williamites.

He was worried about the expansionist policies of the French King so decided to back William of Orange.

7. When was the first Summit on Sectarianism in Scotland?

2005

8. Currently underway is a survey about language on social media. Of the 550 who have so far responded (correct on 25/09/17) how many do you thin said it is totally acceptable to use the word 'Fenian' or 'Proddy' on social media?

19% 

The survey will run until 30th September 2017 and a report with the results will be available by the end of the year.