Irish History
Who was the first High King of Ireland?
Niall of the Nine Hostages
Who is the Irish hero that defeated Cú Chulainn in a famous myth?
Fergus mac Róich
What is the traditional Irish dish often eaten on St. Patrick’s Day?
Corned Beef and Cabbage
Which Irish author wrote Ulysses?
James Joyce
What is the name of the famous coastal cliffs in Ireland?
The Cliffs of Moher
What year did the Irish War of Independence officially end?
1921
What mythical creature grants three wishes to anyone who catches it?
Leprechaun
What are 3 things that are represented by wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day?
It is associated with luck, leprechauns, and Ireland’s lush green landscape.
Which Irish rock band is famous for hits like "With or Without You"?
U2
What river flows through the heart of Dublin?
The River Liffey
Name the colors of the Irish flag and their significance?
Green represents Irish Catholics and nationalists, orange represents Irish Protestants, and white symbolizes peace between the two groups.
Which famous Irish god is associated with healing and poetry?
The Dagda
In which city did the first St. Patrick's Day parade take place?
New York City (March 17, 1762)
Which Irish actor played Professor X in X-Men?
Patrick Stewart
What is the name of the island with monastery ruins off County Kerry?
Skellig Michael
Who was the Irish leader who led the Easter Rising of 1916?
Patrick Pearse
What creature is said to lure sailors to their doom in Irish folklore?
The Selkie
What type of drink is traditionally associated with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations?
Irish Whiskey or Irish Stout (like Guinness
Who was the famous Irish playwright who wrote Waiting for Godot?
Samuel Beckett
Which Irish city is home to the famous Blarney Stone?
Cork
What was the main reason for the Great Famine in Ireland?
The failure of the potato crop (potato blight)
Who is the legendary Irish hero that fought the monster, the "Formorians"?
Cú Chulainn
Why are shamrocks linked to St. Patrick?
St. Patrick used the shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) to the Irish
Who was the first Irish-born Pope?
Pope John Paul II (born Karol Wojtyła, he was of Irish descent)
What is the name of the famous “round tower” located in the Irish countryside?
Glendalough