Irish Traditions
What do people look for today specifically
Leprechauns
What did Saint Patrick do to the snakes?
Banished snakes by chasing them into the sea
What is the luck of the Irish on st. Patrick's day?
Four leaf Clover
What type of beef is eaten in Ireland
Corned beef
What company produces canned and frozen vegetables
Green giant
What do you do to someone who isn't wearing green?
Pinch them
What did Saint Patrick use a shamrock for?
Explaining the Christian Holy Trinity. The father, son, and holy spirit.
Where was Saint Patrick born?
Britain. He was kidnapped at 16 and sold into slavery in Ireland
What kind of pie is commonly served
Dingle pie or Sheperd's pie
What "Green" children's book was written by Dr. Seuss
Green eggs and ham
What type of traditional dance is done at a Saint Patrick's Parade?
The Irish Jig
Whats the Official creature of Saint Patty's day?
Leprechauns
What century did Saint Patrick die?
5th century
What Beverage is the most popular in Ireland
Guinness
Who's a green fictional movie character
Shrek
What river do they dye green?
Chicago River
What stone do they kiss in Ireland
The Blarney Stone
Before Green was associated with Ireland what was traditionally Ireland's color?
Blue
What vegetable is most eaten on St. Patrick's day?
Cabbage
What is the nickname for Ireland?
On bread the Irish crave what on the top?
A cross. It wards off evil and protects the household
Are Leprechauns friendly or mischievous?
Mischievous
How many shamrock shakes have ever been sold?
Over 60 million
What type of quick bread was made that didn't require yeast?
Soda bread
What is Ireland's Capital?
Dublin