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What day is St. Patrick's Day celebrated?
March 17th
St. Patrick's Day used to be a dry holiday
True or False?
True. St. Patrick’s Day was considered a religious holiday in Ireland for most of the 20th century, so all pubs would close on March 17. Once it became a national holiday in 1970, everything changed and pubs became a go-to spot for many to celebrate.
On St Patrick’s Day the Irish make traps, what are they trying to catch?
Leprechauns
What symbol stands for St Patrick’s Day?
Shamrock
What color is traditionally worn on St. Patrick's Day?
Green
What's the tagline for the breakfast cereal Lucky Charms?
They're magically delicious
Blue was actually the color that was most associated with Patrick and green was considered unlucky.
True
What is the brand of the popular dark ale drank especially on St Patrick’s day?
Guinness
The capital of Ireland is?
Dublin
What major Catholic holiday does St. Patrick's Day occur during?
Lent
According to legend, what animal did St. Patrick drive out of Ireland?
Snakes or Lizards
Snakes
There are no female leprechauns
True. Ever wonder why you’ve never seen a lady leprechaun? The answer is: They don’t exist!
Finish this song title: Its a long way to…..?
Tipperary
According to legend, what should you never do if you catch a Leprechaun?
Take your eyes off him
True or False
In 2020, the St. Patrick's Day parade was canceled in NYC for the first time in how many years because of COVID?
True
According to folklore, what’s a leprechaun’s occupation?
Shoemaker or Blacksmith
Shoemaker
What do the three leaves of a shamrock represent according to Irish tradition?
The Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit)
What 3 colors are on the Irish flag?
Orange, white and green
Another Irish dance is known as the Irish?
Jig
What type of creature is a leprechaun?
A fairy
What cheerful Irish greeting is often associated with St. Patrick’s Day?
Top of the morning to you
What's the official currency of Ireland?
The euro
What does “Erin go bragh“ mean?
Ireland forever
What kind of dancing is Michael Flatley famous for doing?
River Dancing
What will happen if you don't wear green on St. Patrick's Day?
You will get pinched!