St. Patrick's Day History
Who was St. Patrick?
a Christian missionary
When do we celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
on March 17th
What magical creature symbolizes St. Patrick's Day?
Leprechaun
Where is Ireland situated?
a. Asia
b. Africa
c. Europe
d. North America
c. Europe
What is Ireland?
a country
Where was St. Patrick born?
In Britain
What color is associated with St. Patrick's Day?
Green
What animals did St. Patrick drive away from Ireland according to the legend?
Snakes
Ireland is ...
a. an island
b. a forest
c. a city
d. a mountain
a. an island
What is the closest country to Ireland?
the UK
What happened when St. Patrick was 16?
He was kidnapped and became a slave.
Where do we celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
all over the world
If you catch a Leprechaun, he will (do what?)
... grant you three wishes, or give you a pot of gold
There are lots of ... in Ireland.
a. stones
b. Leprechauns
c. Shamrocks
d. trees
d. trees
What color is the Irish flag?
green, orange, white
The tradition to wear green on St. Patrick's Day came from ...
Shamrock
In what country did St. Patrick's Day parade take place for the first time?
The USA
According to the legend, you can find a pot of Leprechaun's gold at the end of ...
rainbow
A Leprechaun is ...
a. a giant
b. a knight
c. an old man
d. an elf
c. an old man
What does the Irish flag represent?
the unity of Irish people
5th century
How many leaves does a shamrock have?
Three
What is the difference between the Leprechaun's gold and the real gold?
The Leprechaun's gold looks like and feels like the real gold but it disappears a few hours after it is created.
What does St. Patrick's Day color mean?
a. You might get pinched if you don't wear it.
b. This color symbolizes springtime.
c. This color symbolizes hope and bright future.
d. All of the above.
d. All of the above.
What is the capital of Ireland?
Dublin