Traditions
What color do you wear on St. Patrick's Day?
Green
When is St. Patrick's day celebrated?
March 17th
What does the word Leprechaun mean?
Small body
Where was St. Patrick born? Ireland, Britain, or Spain?
He was born in Roman Britain.
Leprechauns are: donut and cookie makers, bankers and shoe makers, or makers of fairy dust.
Bankers and shoe makers
What happens if you don't wear the "St. Patrick's Day" Color???
You get Pinched! This American tradition came from the belief that wearing green makes you invisible to leprechauns. And if leprechauns see you, they pinch you. So pinching someone on St. Patrick's Day who isn't wearing green is believed to be a reminder of what a leprechaun could do to you if he can see you.
What does the color green stand for in Ireland?
Irish pride, the color of the land, and a connection to Irish culture and heritage.
How can you find a pot of gold?
Before St. Patrick became a priest, he was abducted and brought to Ireland at what age? Four, eleven, or sixteen?
Sixteen. He was taken to Ireland as a slave to herd and tend sheep.
What is a Clurichaun? Leprechaun's pot of gold, Leprechaun's mischievous cousin, or another name for gold?
In Irish folklore, Leprechaun's a mischievous cousin that loves drinking and tends to haunt breweries, pubs, and wine cellars.
What was St. Patrick's day originally meant to celebrate?
A day honoring St. Patrick for introducing Christianity to Ireland in the fifth century.
Which of these dishes is commonly eaten on St. Patrick's Day in the United States? Ring Cake, pizza, corned beef and cabbage, or sausage and potatoes?
Corned beef and cabbage
How many wishes are granted if you catch a Leprechaun?
Three
What was St. Patrick's original name? Boo Bear, Maewynn Succat, or Dandelion Gold?
Maewynn Succat
Are lucky four leaf clovers real?
Yes, they're rare but real.
What city has the largest St. Patrick's Day parade in the world? New York City, Columbus, or San Antonio?
New York City
What is the nickname for Ireland? Snake-free island, Emerald island, or Angel island?
Emerald island due to its lush, green fields and rolling hills.
How do Leprechauns earn their gold?
By making and mending shoes
According to legend, what animal did St. Patrick chase out of Ireland? Mouse, horse, snake, or wolves?
Snakes. To drive evil out of Ireland
Is the animated character Shrek Irish?
No, Scottish
What city dyes their river green for St. Patrick's day?
Chicago
How many pounds of green vegetable dye is used to turn the Chicago river green? 4 million pounds, 40 pounds, or 400 pounds.
40 pounds. Two boats needed: one for dumping the dye and the other for mixing.
What is a Leprechaun?
A fairy.
St. Patrick escaped from Ireland: by swimming, taking a ship, or by airplane?
Ship
What was the official color for St. Patricks day before changing it to green?
Blue