Saint Patrick's Life
Where was Saint Patrick born?
Britain
What color do people wear on Saint Patrick’s Day?
Green
Name an Irish Band
U2, The Cranberries, Hozier, Snow Patrol
What does "the luck of the Irish" mean?
to be fortunate or lucky for having Irish blood
What symbol is often associated with Saint Patrick’s Day?
The shamrock
How did Saint Patrick end up in Ireland at 16 years old?
Brought there as a slave
What city dyes its river green for the holiday?
Chicago
What mythical creature screams to warn of incoming death?
Banshee
What does "a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow" symbolize?
A big reward after hard work
What happens if you don’t wear green on Saint Patrick’s Day?
You might get pinched
What did Saint Patrick do after escaping slavery?
Returned to Ireland as a missionary
What are some traditional Irish foods?
Corned beef and cabbage, Irish Stew, Colcannon, Soda Bread.....etc
Why is Saint Patrick’s Day celebrated in March?
It marks the death of Saint Patrick
What does "to wear your heart on your sleeve" mean?
To openly show your emotions
Ireland is also known as
"The _____ Isle"
Emerald
What plant did Saint Patrick use to explain Christianity?
Shamrock or Three Leaf Clover
What do people search for at the end of the rainbow?
Pot of gold
Name two traditionally Irish instruments
The fiddle, bagpipes, harp, bodhrán, and tin whistle
If someone is "green with envy," what are they feeling?
Jealousy
What holiday other than Saint Patricks Day can we attribute to the Irish?
Halloween
What was Saint Patrick’s main goal in Ireland?
To spread Christianity
Where is the world's largest Saint Patrick’s Day parade held?
New York City
What are the two traditional sports that come from Ireland?
Gaelic football and Hurling
What is an “Irish Goodbye”?
To leave or sneakout of an event without saying goodbye
According to Irish folklore, what job do leprechauns traditionally have?
Leprechauns are believed to be cobblers who make and repair shoes