Ireland
What color is most associated with St. Patrick’s Day?
Green
Which breakfast cereal has "Lucky the Leprechaun" as its mascot?
Lucky Charms
When is St. Patrick’s Day celebrated each year?
March 17th
Four-leaf clovers are considered what?
Good luck
What meat and vegetable dish is a trademark St. Patrick's Day meal?
Corn beef and Cabbage
What is the national flower of Ireland?
The shamrock
What's the tagline for the breakfast cereal Lucky Charms?
"They're magically delicious."
What famous landmark in Ireland do people kiss for good luck and said to give the "gift of gab" (often tied to St. Patrick’s Day spirit)?
The Blarney Stone
What's the average number of drinks consumed per person on St. Patrick’s Day?
5
The first known St. Patrick's Day parade occurred in Ireland.
False. The first recorded parade took place in St. Augustine, Florida.
In what city in Ireland will you find the Blarney Stone?
Cork
According to legend, if you catch a leprechaun, what must he grant?
Three wishes.
What historic site in New York City is lit up in green on St. Patrick's Day?
The Empire State Building.
Which St. Patrick’s Day activity is more popular: attending a parade or making a special dinner?
Making a special dinner.
Historically, what color is disrespectful to wear on St. Patrick's Day?
Orange
What are the three flag colors of Ireland?
Green, White and Orange
A traditional Irish wooden walking stick or club, it's what a Leprechaun carries.
A shillelagh
True or False. St. Patrick was known to wear the color green.
False. In renderings, the saint was often pictured in blue, otherwise known as "St. Patrick's blue."
How many leaves does a typical clover plant have?
3
What cheerful Irish greeting is often associated with St. Patrick’s Day?
"Top of the morning to you"
What is the capital of Ireland?
Dublin
According to folklore, what’s a leprechaun’s occupation?
Shoemaker
Which Irish actor starred in the 1962 Oscar-winning movie "Lawrence of Arabia?"
Peter O' Toole
Which U.S. city was the first to dye a river green in honor of St. Patrick's Day?
Chicago
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, but in which country was he actually born?
Great Britain (Roman Britain, likely Wales or Scotland).
What is Ireland's most popular nickname?
The Emerald Isle
Ireland is known for this mythical creature that lives in a lake?
The Loch Ness Monster
Who was St. Patrick?
The patron Saint of Ireland
What beverage is often dyed green for the celebration?
Beer
Until the 1970s, what was banned in Irish pubs on St. Patrick’s Day?
Drinking alcohol (it was a strict religious holiday with pubs closed)
What is the capital of Northern Ireland?
Belfast
According to legend, what animal did St. Patrick drive out of Ireland?
Snakes
What city hosts one of the world’s largest St Patrick's Day parades?
New York City
What do the three leaves of a shamrock represent according to Irish tradition?
The Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit)
What drink is famously associated with the St. Patrick's Day celebration?
Guiness Beer
What phrase means "Ireland Forever?"
"Erin Go Bragh."
What must the Leprechaun divulge if captured?
Where to find hidden treasure
What does March 17th signify?
The anniversary of St. Patrick’s death.
What musical instrument is strongly associated with Irish culture?
The Harp
On what instrument do you play piobaireachd music?
Bagpipe