In May 1778, Burke supported a parliamentary motion revising restrictions on Irish trade. His constituents, citizens of the great trading city of Bristol, however urged Burke to oppose free trade with Ireland. Burke resisted their protestations and said: "If, from this conduct, I shall forfeit their suffrages at an ensuing election, it will stand on record an example to future representatives of the Commons of England, that one man at least had dared to resist the desires of his constituents when his judgment assured him they were wrong". COUNT 4
QSN1 What country did Burke propose restricting trade with? ANS1 Ireland QSN2 What city did Burke represent in parliament? ANS2 Bristol QSN3 When did Burke make a motion to restrict Irish trade? ANS3 May 1778 QSN4 What was Bristol's most important industry? ANS4 trading