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100

What mythological being is a part of St. Patrick’s Day lore and Irish culture?

Leprechauns

100

Which best-selling Irish band features Larry Mullen, Adam Clayton, the Edge and Bono?

U2

100

What is the capital of Ireland?

Dublin

100

What's the tagline for the breakfast cereal Lucky Charms?

"They're magically delicious."

200

What's the symbol for gold on the Periodic Table of Elements?

Au

200

What Irish-Scottish band had a Top 10 Billboard hit with the song "Chasing Cars"?

Snow Patrol

200

What are the three colors of the Irish flag?

Green, white and orange.

200

What St. Patrick’s Day symbol is considered sacred?

The shamrock; it is a sacred plant of the Irish Druids. It was a popular and significant symbol long before Saint Patrick came to Ireland.

300

What song is considered the national anthem of Northern Ireland and is one of the most popular St. Patrick”s Day songs?

“Danny Boy“

300

There’s a tradition that Irish government leaders give the United States president shamrocks on St. Patrick’s Day. It dates back to 1952, when John Hearne first sent some to which former U.S. president?

President Harry Truman

300

What North American waterway did the Irish immigrants help build?

The Erie Canal

300

Leprechauns are part of what magical, mystical being’s family tree?

Leprechauns are considered part of the fairy family.

400

What does the Irish phrase “Erin go bragh” mean?

Ireland forever

400

What popular TV show used Ireland's beech-tree lined walkway known as "The Dark Hedges" as the road to King's Landing?

"Game of Thrones"

400

What major event in Irish history occurred from 1845 to 1852, impacting St Patrick’s Day emigration?

Great Famine

400

What meat and vegetable dish is a trademark St. Patrick's Day meal?

 Corned beef and cabbage

500

According to folklore, what’s a leprechaun’s occupation?

Shoemaker

500

Who was the first Irish-Catholic President in the United States? 

John F. Kennedy 
500

In what century did the English begin their conquest of Ireland?

12th century

500

Why is St Patrick's Day celebrated on March 17?

It's the day Saint Patrick died in 461 CE