Geography
The name of the river flowing through Dublin.
"L..."
Liffey
Which colour should you wear on Irelands most famous holiday?
green
THE most popular Irish holiday.
St. Patrick's Day
The two official languages of the country.
1. Irish (Gaelic)
2. English
The full names of the two parts that make up the island of Ireland.
1. Northern Ireland
2. Republic of Ireland
What do the Irish sheep do to save themselves from the strong and cold winds of the country?
1. build sheep crowds
2. hide behind stone walls
3. lie down on the ground as flat as they can
What is a traditional Irish instrument?
fiddle
Name two things that are typical for Ireland's landscape.
The two capital cities of the two countries that make up the island of Ireland.
1. Belfast
2. Dublin
harp
What is the name for a traditional Irish bar?
pub
Name two reasons why many people left Ireland in the past.
1. Great (potatoe) famine
2. Were not allowed to practise their religion because of the British
3. Ireland was a poor country
Describe the two different flags of the two countries that make up the island Ireland.
1. Republic of Ireland: green - white - orange
2. Northern Ireland: flag of the UK
What is the name of Ireland's most famous beer?
It's called "Guinness" - Sláinte!
Ireland's national sport.
Gaelic Football
The name for a time when there was fighting and violence in Ireland.
"The T..."
"The Troubles"
How many lakes (loughs) does Ireland have?
Over 12.000
A small man who loves gold and who is also a symbol of Ireland.
Leprechaun
It's a special bread you get in Ireland.
soda bread
What does "Fáilte go h-Éirinn!" mean in English?
"Welcome to Ireland!"