Irish History
This day, celebrated on March 17th, honors the patron saint who brought Christianity to Ireland.
What is St. Patrick’s Day?
This mischievous little fairy is known for guarding pots of gold at the end of rainbows.
What is a leprechaun?
This traditional dance show starring Michael Flatley became a worldwide sensation in the 1990s.
What is Riverdance?
This dark stout beer is one of Ireland’s most famous exports.
What is Guinness?
This city is the capital of Ireland.
What is Dublin?
This Great Famine in the 1840s caused millions of Irish people to emigrate.
What is the Potato Famine (or Great Famine)?
This goddess of war could transform into a crow and predict death on the battlefield.
Who is Morrigan?
The traditional Irish drum played with a stick is called this.
What is bodhran?
This traditional dish mixes mashed potatoes with cabbage or kale.
What is colcannon?
This Irish province is known for the Cliffs of Moher and traditional music in towns like Galway.
What is Connacht?
Ireland gained independence from this country in 1922.
What is Great Britain?
The hero Cú Chulainn is said to have single-handedly defended this province from invasion.
What is Ulster?
This Dublin band is one of the most famous rock groups in the world, led by Bono.
What is U2?
Irish coffee is made with this strong spirit.
What is whiskey?
This popular Irish sport is played with a stick called a hurley.
What is hurling?
The Irish flag has three colors; green, white, and this one.
What is orange?
This legendary harp-playing bard is one of Ireland’s most famous mythical poets.
Who is Oisin?
This hauntingly beautiful Irish song begins with the words “Oh, Danny Boy.”
What is “Danny Boy”?
This hearty Irish stew traditionally includes lamb, potatoes, onions, and carrots.
What is Irish stew?
The official languages of Ireland are English and this ancient Celtic tongue.
What is Irish Gaelic?
This famous Celtic queen led a rebellion against the Romans in ancient times.
Who is Queen Boudicca? (Also acceptable: Who is Boudica?)
The banshee’s mournful cry is said to warn of this event.
What is death?
This type of fast-paced Irish folk music often accompanies jigs and reels.
What is Irish Folk Music?
This soda bread rises without yeast and is a staple in Irish homes.
What is Irish soda bread?
This island is divided into the Republic of Ireland and this region, which is part of the UK.
What is Northern Ireland?