History
What is the nickname for March 17th, the day celebrated as St. Patrick's Day?
St. Paddy's Day
What traditional Irish dish is often eaten on St. Patrick's Day in the US?
Corned beef and cabbage
In which country is St. Patrick's Day an official holiday?
Ireland
What nature symbol is often used to represent St. Patrick's Day?
Shamrock
What mythical creature from Irish folklore is associated with St. Patrick's Day and also the mascot for Boston's NBA team?
Leprechaun
Historians found evidence that the first St. Patrick’s Day celebration may have taken place in this city
1) New York City 2) Toronto, CA 3)St. Augustine, FL 4)Chicago
St. Augustine, FL
This Christian religious 40-day observance is temporarily lifted to enjoy the celebrations on St.Partrick's Day?
Lent
Why is St. Patrick's Day celebrated on March 17th?
To commemorate the day of his death.
The four-leaf clover is said to bring this to the collector according to traditional sayings
Luck
What animal did St. Patrick banish from Ireland?
Snakes
The largest and longest St.Patrick's Day parade started in the following year (will accept within 50 years)
1762
The tradition of wearing green in America started due to this belief
Green makes someone invisible to leprechauns
If you go to an Irish Pub, you may hear this word a bunch of times "Sláinte". What does it mean?
This is how you say 'Cheers' in Irish on St. Patrick's Day!
Alternative: "Health" in English
What color was originally associated with St. Patrick, before it became green?
Blue
What traditional Irish instrument is often played during St. Patrick's Day celebrations?
Tin whistle or Irish flute
How many national patron saints does Ireland have?
3
(St.Patrick, Saint Brigid of Kildare, Columba)
What is the national sport of Ireland that often holds celebrations on the holiday?
Gaelic football or hurling
Which country hosts the largest Irish Celebration in Asia?
Japan
St.Patrick was actually born in this country before being taken to the Emerald Isle
England
What was St.Patrick's name at birth?
A. Maewyn Succat.
B. Patricus Maewyn
C. Croagh Patrick
Maewyn Succat
Pubs were forced to close on St. Patrick's day until the law was repealed in this year (accept within 10 years)
1961
The Blarney Castle in this Irish city is lit green to mark the start of the festivities.
Cork
This instrument is closely associated with Ireland, even appearing on the coat of arms
Celtic Harp
St.Patrick is believed to concept of the Holy Trinity using this plant
Shamrock