Spring Trivia
March, April, May, and June
How many days are in March?
31 days
According to the ancient Roman calendar, what was the first month of the year?
March
What is the name of the governing body that organizes March Madness?
NCAA
People traditionally wear green on St. Patrick's Day to avoid what?
Which flower represents the month of March?
Daffodil
What is the main color associated with March?
Green
Who was assassinated on March 15 (a.k.a the Ides of March)?
Julius Caesar
How many teams participate in March Madness each year?
68 teams
On what day is St. Patrick's Day?
March 17
What is a common symbol associated with Easter that signifies "Rebirth"?
An egg.
What planet is March named after?
Mars
This U.S. city held the first St. Patrick's Day Parade in 1762.
Boston
How many teams participated in the FIRST March Madness?
8 teams
What nationality was St. Patrick?
British
What is celebrated on 3-14?
Pi day
In what year did St. Patrick's Day become officially observed in Ireland?
1903
Which state achieved independence from Mexico on March 2nd, 1836?
Texas
Who returned to the NBA after a 17 month retirement on March 19, 1995?
Michael Jordan
What U.S. city dyes its river green every year to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
Chicago
According to folk legend, March comes in like a ___ and goes out like what animal?
A lion out like a lamb
The first 3 days of March are considered unlucky if what happens?
If rain falls
According to astronomy, what takes place on the 21st?
Vernal/Spring Equinox
This team shares 2nd place with Duke for the most consecutive final four appearances after UCLA.
Cincinnati
What did St. Patrick believe a shamrock represented?
The Holy Trinity