Irish History
Who was St. Patrick?
The patron saint of Ireland
What color was originally associated with St. Patrick?
Blue
According to Irish folklore, what do leprechauns store at the end of a rainbow?
A pot of gold
What is the most famous Irish dance show?
A riverdance
What is the name of Ireland’s most famous stout beer?
Guiness
What year did Ireland gain independence from Britain?
1922
What city dyes its river green every year?
Chicago
How tall are leprechauns typically described as?
2-3 feet tall
What instrument is commonly associated with Irish music?
The fiddle or tin whistle
What is the capital of Ireland?
Dublin
What was the Great Famine in Ireland caused by?
Potato blight
What is the traditional meal eaten in the U.S. on St. Patrick’s Day?
Corned Beef & Cabbage
What do you have to do to catch a leprechaun?
Trick them into revealing their gold
What is an Irish pub song often called?
A ballad or drinking song
What does the Irish phrase "Sláinte" mean?
Cheers or good health