Vocabulary
What's the English for "irlandais" ?
Irish
What day is St Patrick's day celebrated ?
17th March
Which country started organising parades for St Patrick's day ?
The United States
What colour is associated with St Patrick's day ?
Green
What are leprechauns ?
Irish magical creatures looking like small men.
Spell "Irlande" in English.
IRELAND
What's the capital of Ireland ?
Dublin
Why is St Patrick's day celebrated on 17th March ?
St Patrick died on 17th March.
How do people celebrate this day ?
Wear green, go to the pub, watch the parade.
Why do people avoid leprechauns ?
Because they pinch you and play tricks on you.
What's the English for "chance" ?
Luck
What country does it celebrate ?
Ireland
Why is the shamrock the symbol of St Patrick's day and of Ireland ?
St Patrick used it to explain the Trinity.
Why wear green on St Patrick's day ?
Because it represents Ireland (due to its landscapes and the shamrock).
What is the leprechaun's job ?
Shoe maker
What's the English for "trèfle" ?
Clover / shamrock
What's the difference between 3-leaf and 4-leaf shamrock ?
4-leaf shamrock is lucky.
When did St Patrick live ?
5th century
Which town dyes its river green for St Patrick's day every year ?
Chicago
Why do leprechauns trick humans ?
To protect their treasure
What's the English for "arc-en-ciel" ?
Rainbow
What's the nickname of Ireland ?
The Emerald Island
What colour was originally associated with St Patrick's day ?
Blue
What activity do parents often organise for their children ?
A scavenger hunt
What colour were leprechauns originally depicted in ?
Red