Pot o’ History
St. Patrick was originally born in this country, not Ireland.
Britain (specifically Roman Britain).
According to legend, if you catch one, he must lead you to his pot of gold.
A leprechaun.
This "salted" meat is a staple of St. Paddy’s Day meals in America.
Corned Beef.
Ireland is famously known by this "gemstone" nickname.
The Emerald Isle
This three-leafed plant was used by St. Patrick to explain the Holy Trinity.
A Shamrock.
St. Patrick is credited with driving these legless reptiles out of Ireland.
Snakes (though scientists say they were never there to begin with!).
If you don't wear green on March 17th, you might get one of these.
A pinch.
This type of bread uses baking soda instead of yeast to rise.
Irish Soda Bread.
This is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Ireland.
Dublin.
To get the "Gift of Gab," you must kiss a stone at this castle.
Blarney Castle
Although we wear green today, this was the original color associated with St. Patrick.
Blue
Finding one of these with an extra leaf is considered a sign of good luck.
A four-leaf clover.
These two mashed ingredients make up the traditional dish "Colcannon."
Potatoes and Cabbage (or Kale).
Ireland is divided into the Republic of Ireland and this UK territory.
Northern Ireland.
This Chicago landmark has been dyed bright green every year since 1962.
The Chicago River
March 17th is observed on this specific day because it is the day St. Patrick ___.
Died.
In Irish folklore, this female spirit's wail warns of approaching death.
A Banshee.
This dark Irish dry stout was first brewed by Arthur in 1759.
Guinness
This famous natural wonder features 40,000 interlocking basalt columns.
The Giant’s Causeway.
This 2022 film starring Colin Farrell was filmed on the island of Achill.
The Banshees of Inisherin.
Before becoming a priest, Patrick spent 6 years in Ireland working as this.
A shepherd (or slave).
This "famed" Irish university is home to the Book of Kells.
Trinity College Dublin
This "colorful" name is given to a traditional dish of sausages and potatoes.
Dublin Coddle.
These famous cliffs in County Clare run for about 14 kilometers.
The Cliffs of Moher
This "Iron Man" actor’s father famously directed a movie called The Greaser's Palace, but his own Irish roots run deep.
Robert Downey Jr.