St Patrick's Day

Question 1

What is a leprechaun?

Accepted Answer

A small, mischievous fairy in Irish folklore

Question 2

What does the shamrock symbolize in Irish culture?

Accepted Answer

The Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit)

Question 3

What language was originally spoken in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Irish Gaelic

Question 4

What do people traditionally do on St. Patrick’s Day?

Accepted Answer

Wear green and attend parades

Question 5

Which country held the first-ever St. Patrick’s Day parade?

Accepted Answer

The USA

Question 6

How did St. Patrick spread Christianity in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

By traveling and teaching the Irish people

Question 7

In Irish folklore, a pot of gold is found at the end of a rainbow.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

When is St Patrick celebrated?

Accepted Answer

March 17th

Question 9

What is Ireland often called due to its green landscape?

Accepted Answer

The Emerald isle

Question 10

What does the Irish phrase “Erin go Bragh” mean?

Accepted Answer

Ireland Forever

Question 11

What is a common St. Patrick’s Day tradition for good luck?

Accepted Answer

Pinching people who don’t wear green

Question 12

What colour was originally associated with St Patrick's day?

Accepted Answer

Blue

Question 13

What happens to many landmarks around the world on St. Patrick’s Day?

Accepted Answer

They are lit up in green

Question 14

Which of these drinks is most associated with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations?

Accepted Answer

Beer (often dyed green)

Question 15

What is a traditional Irish dish eaten on St. Patrick’s Day?

Accepted Answer

Irish stew

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