Saint Patrick
Where was Saint Patrick born?
Britain.
What color is commonly associated with Saint Patrick's Day?
Green
Which U.S. city hosts the largest Saint Patrick's Day parade?
New York City.
True or False: Saint Patrick was Irish.
False.
At what age was Saint Patrick kidnapped and brought to Ireland?
Sixteen (16).
What plant is a symbol of Saint Patrick's Day?
The shamrock.
In which country is Saint Patrick's Day a public holiday?
Ireland.
What was the original color associated with Saint Patrick?
Blue.
What did Saint Patrick use to explain the Holy Trinity?
The shamrock.
Which mythical creature is often associated with Saint Patrick's Day?
The leprechaun.
Which country held the first Saint Patrick's Day parade in 1601?
Spain (in the Spanish colony of St. Augustine, Florida).
What does the word "leprechaun" mean in Irish folklore?
Small-bodied fellow.
What is the date of Saint Patrick's death?
March 17th.
Which city dyes its river green annually to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day?
Chicago.
Which Canadian city is known for its large Saint Patrick's Day parade?
Which instrument is commonly played in Saint Patrick's Day celebrations?
The bagpipes.
What was Saint Patrick's birth name?
Maewyn Succat
What traditional dish is commonly eaten in the United States on Saint Patrick's Day?
Corned beef and cabbage.
What is the name of the festival celebrated in Sydney, Australia, in honor of Saint Patrick's Day?
The Green Gathering.
What is the traditional Irish dance performed on Saint Patrick's Day called?
The Irish stepdance.