5. What is the Celtic tiger? (Answer in 2-3 lines)

The Celtic Tiger refers to the period of rapid economic growth experienced by Ireland from the late 1990s to the mid-2000s, fueled by foreign investment, particularly in the technology and finance sectors.

The Celtic Tiger refers to a period of rapid economic growth in Ireland during the late 1990s and early 2000s. It was characterized by a booming construction industry, increased foreign investment, and a significant decrease in unemployment rates.