Ireland - facts
Irish Sights
typical Irish
general knowledge
Irish traditions
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What's the capital of Ireland?

Dublin

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What music is played in Irish pubs?

Irish folk music

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What is the green symbol of Ireland?

The shamrock

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Does Ireland belong to the European Union?

Yes.

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How do the Irish drink their tea?

With milk and sugar.

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What are the colours of the Irish flag?

Green, white and orange

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What is the longest river in Ireland?

The River Shannon

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What is famous Irish food?

Irish stew, porridge

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Is Hurling a typical Irish sport?

Yes.

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What is a famous Irish instrument?

The fiddle.

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What are the official languages of Ireland?

English and Irish

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What can you often sea at the Irish coasts?

Cliffs

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What is the weather like in Ireland?

Cool and rainy

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Why was there a big famine over 170 years ago?

Because of a potato disease the people didn't have anything to eat.

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Do Irish people shake hands or give each other a kiss when greeting?

Neither. They just say "Hello." or "How are you doing?"

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What kind of money do people use in Ireland?

Euro

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What is a typical Irish dance?

Step Dance / Riverdance

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What is a leprechaun?

A small, magical man who owns a pot of gold.

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Which dangerous animals don't live in Ireland?

Snakes.

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What is special about St. Patrick's Day?

Everything is green.

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What's a famous national holiday in Ireland?

St. Patrick's Day

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Is Northern Ireland independent?

No, it belongs to Great Britain.

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What is Ireland also called?

The Emerald Isle

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Where was the "Titanic" built?

In Belfast. Its home port was Liverpool and it started its journey in Southampton

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What is a famous drink of the Irish?

Guiness beer and whiskey.

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