St. Patrick's Facts 1
St. Patrick's Facts 2
St. Patrick's Facts 3
St. Patrick's Facts 4
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What was the original color of St. Patricks Day?
Blue
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Name the 3 colors on the Irish flag.
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How many pints of Guinness are drunk on St. Patrick's Day worldwide?
13 million
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Where does St. Patrick's Day rank as the most popular drinking day in America?
4th
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Where was St. Patrick born?
Britain
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Why is St. Patrick's Day celebrated on March 17th every year?
That is the date of Saint Patrick's death
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What creature comes to visit on St. Patrick's Day?
Leprechauns
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The population of Irish Americans is how many times the population of Ireland?
7 times
300
What animal did St. Patrick allegedly drive out of Ireland?
Snakes
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What lies at the end of the rainbow?
A pot of gold
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Why do people wear green on St. Patrick's Day?
Green is associated with Ireland, the shamrock, and the springtime.
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What are two traditional St. Patrick's Day drinks?
Beer and Irish Whiskey
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What meat and vegetable dish is a trademark St. Patrick's Day meal?
Corned beef and cabbage
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Which city hosts the largest St. Patrick's day parade in the world?
New York City
400
Which city dyes their river green for St. Patrick's Day?
Chicago
400
What sacred plant was worn as a symbol of Irish nationalism and a symbol of St. Patrick's Day?
Shamrock
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What does the shamrock represent?
The Holy Trinity
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Leprechauns are mythical creatures said to be...
Shoemakers
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St. Patrick's Day is a way to celebrate what?
Heritage and culture
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Until when was St. Patrick's a strictly religious event?
1960s