History
Who is St. Patrick's Day named after?
St. Patrick
What city did Irish immigrants come to in the USA?
New York City
What colors are the Irish flag?
Green, White, and Orange
How many leaves are on a shamrock?
3 leaves
What country did St. Patrick spread Christianity throughout?
Ireland
What NYC monument was on Ellis Island, where Irish immigrants were welcomed?
The Statue of Liberty
What color is the Chicago River dyed?
Green
What will a Leprechaun lead you to at the end of a rainbow?
A pot of gold
What was the date of St. Patrick's death (Month, Day, Year)?
When was the first St. Patrick's Day celebration in America?
1600
What is one way that people celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
Parties, Parades
What is the symbol of St. Patrick?
Shamrock
St. Patrick's day of death was celebrated as a holiday in which church?
The Catholic Church
What percentage of U.S. citizens claim to be of Irish origin?
9.5%
What are two foods that are dyed green for St. Patrick's Day?
Beer, Cookies, Cake
What are Leprechauns based on?
Irish fairytales
What plant did St. Patrick use to describe the Holy Trinity?
A Shamrock
What year did Chicago begin dying the river green?
1962
Is the color added to the Chicago River toxic to the environment?
No! It is environmentally friendly :)
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