Facts about Ireland Flashcards

1

When is Saint Patrick day celebrated?

March 17th
April 1st
June 21st
December 21st

2

What is unique about Irish step dance?

dances performed in pairs
singing while dancing
limited arm movements
use of tradtional props

3

What is the population of the Republic of Ireland?

3.5 million
5.5 million
6.8 million
4.9 million

4

Which sports are most popular in Ireland?

Baseball, Basketball and Polo
Cricket, Badminton and Hockey
Tennis, Golf and Football
Rugby, Gaelic Football and Hurling

5

What is the first official language of the Republic of Ireland?

Irish
Scotish Gaelic
French
English

6

Which show made Irish step dance globally famous?

Celtic Thunder
Riverdance
Irish Steps
Lord of the Dance

7

What is the capital of the Republic of Ireland?

Cork
Galway
Belfast
Dublin

8

What is NOT a name for Ireland?

Eire
Albion
Republic of Ireland
The Emerald Isle

9

What caused the Great Famine in Ireland?

floods
war
potato disease
drought

10

What symbol is associated with Irish folklore?

shamrock
harp
celtic cross
leprechaun

11

What is the correct order of colors in the Irish flag (from left to right)?

orange, white, green
white, green, orange
green, white, orange
green, orange, white

12

Who are the leprechauns?

Shoemakers of the other fairies
Guardians of the Irish flag
Famous Irish athletes
Farmers in Ireland

13

Which drink is NOT associated with Ireland?

Guinness
Mojito
Bailey's
Whiskey

14

What does 'Dia duit' mean in Irish?

God be with you
Welcome
How are you?
Hello, friend

15

Which of the follwing is NOT an Irish authour?

Samuel Beckett
Charles Dickens
Oscar Wilde
James Joyce

Facts about Ireland

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Facts about Ireland

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