Final answer:
Ireland is an island located in the British Isles known for its traditional dance and music. It gained independence from Britain in 1921 except for Northern Ireland.
Step-by-step explanation:
Ireland is an island located west of Great Britain in the British Isles. It is known for its distinctive traditional dance and music. The whole island of Ireland was under British control for centuries but gained independence in 1921, except for Northern Ireland.
The Republic of Ireland is part of the global economic community and has a population of about four million.
The Republic of Ireland, which is separate from the United Kingdom, has become a part of the global economic community and is often referred to as 'The Emerald Isle' due to its green landscape. It has a population of about four million and is just a bit larger than the US state of West Virginia.