St. Patrick's

Irish Symbols

100

This plant is a symbol of St. Patrick's Day, known for its three leaves

Clover

200

A traditional Irish symbol often seen on flags, this animal represents Ireland

Harp

300

This color is most commonly associated with St. Patrick's Day celebrations

Green

400

This mythological creature is said to guard pots of gold at the end of rainbows

Leprechaun

a mischievous elf of Irish folklore that some believe will reveal where treasure is hidden if caught.

500

The phrase “Erin go bragh” translates to this...

Ireland forever

Irish Traditions

100

This type of dance is known for its rapid leg and foot movements, popular in Irish culture

Riverdance

is a theatrical show that consists mainly of traditional Irish music and dance.

 

200

This traditional Irish drink, often enjoyed on St. Patrick’s Day, is made from whiskey, sugar, and mint. 

Irish Coffee

300

The Irish festival celebrating the patron saint of Ireland is held on what day?

17th March 

400

In Ireland, this is the traditional meal often served with St. Patrick’s Day festivities

Corned Beef and Cabbage

500

This phrase is used as a toast in Ireland, meaning "to your health".

Sláinte

used to express friendly feelings towards one's companions before drinking.

Irish History

100

St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was born in this modern-day country.

Britain

St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was born in what is now Great Britain (likely near the border between modern-day Wales and England).

200

St. Patrick is credited with converting Ireland to this religion

Christianity

St. Patrick is credited with bringing Christianity to the then-pagan Ireland, converting much of the population, and is considered one of the patron saints of Ireland. 

300

The Irish fought against English rule in a series of conflicts known as what?

Irish War of Independence

The Irish fought against English rule in a series of conflicts, including the Irish War of Independence (1919-1921) and the Troubles (1960s-1998), with roots stretching back centuries.

400

This historical event, beginning in the mid-1840s, led to the death of over a million people in Ireland

The Great Famine

also known as the Great Hunger or Irish Potato Famine, was a period of mass starvation and disease in Ireland from 1845 to 1852, caused by a devastating potato blight that destroyed the staple crop, resulting in widespread death and emigration

500

Ireland gained independence from Great Britain in the year 1922, forming this in what nation?

Republic of Ireland

occupies most of the island of Ireland, off the coast of England and Wales. Its capital, Dublin, is the birthplace of writers like Oscar Wilde, and home of Guinness beer. 

Famous Irish People

100

This famous Irish rock band is known for hits like "With or Without You" and "Where the Streets Have No Name", 

A. U2 

B. The Cranberries

U2

are an Irish rock band formed in Dublin in 1976. The group comprises Bono, the Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr. 

200

This Irish writer is famous for his works such as "Ulysses" and "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man", 

A. William Butler Yeats

B. James Joyce

James Joyce

James Augustine Aloysius Joyce was an Irish novelist, poet, and literary critic. He contributed to the modernist avant-garde movement and is regarded as one of the most influential and important writers of the 20th century. 

300

This famous Irish actor starred in "Schindler’s List" and "Taken", 

A. Colin Farrell

B. Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson

William John Neeson is an actor from Northern Ireland. He has received several accolades, including nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and two Tony Awards. In 2020, he was placed seventh on The Irish Times list of Ireland's 50 Greatest Film Actors 

400

This famous Irish singer is known for her hit song "Nothing Compares 2 U", 

A. Enya

B. Sinéad O'Connor

Sinéad O'Connor

was an Irish singer, songwriter, and activist. Her debut studio album, The Lion and the Cobra, was released in 1987 and achieved international chart success. Her 1990 album, I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, was her biggest commercial success, selling over seven million copies worldwide. 

500

This Irish-born author is known for his gothic novel "Dracula", 

A. Oscar Wilde

B. Bram Stoker

Bram Stoker

was an Irish author who wrote the 1897 Gothic horror novel Dracula. The book is widely considered a milestone in Vampire fiction, and one of the most famous works of English literature. 

Irish Geography

100

This is the capital city of the Republic of Ireland, 

A. Belfast

B. Dublin

Dublin

200

The Cliffs of Moher are located along the coast of this county in Ireland

A. Galway

B. Clare

Clare

County Clare If you want to know where are the Cliffs of Moher, they are located on the west coast of Ireland (along Ireland's famous Wild Atlantic Way), close to Liscannor village in County Clare.

300

This river is the longest in Ireland

A. River Liffey 

B. River Shannon

River Shannon

400

The Giant’s Causeway is located in this part of Ireland

A. Northern Ireland  

B. Republic of Ireland

Northern Ireland

The Giant's Causeway lies at the foot of the basalt cliffs along the sea coast on the edge of the Antrim plateau in Northern Ireland. It is made up of some 40,000 massive black basalt columns sticking out of the sea. 

500

This island is located off the coast of County Kerry and is home to a famous monastic settlement

A. Skellig Michael 

B. Achill Island

Skellig Michael

The magnificent Skellig Michael is one of only two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Republic of Ireland. On the summit of this awe-inspiring rock off the Kerry coast is St Fionan's monastery, one of the earliest foundations in the country.