General
St Patrick
Traditions
Food & drink
100

What colour is associated with St Patrick's Day?

Green

100

St Patrick is the _______ saint of Ireland.

patron

100

True or false: on St Patrick's day, Irish people get the day off work

False :(

100

On St Patrick's day, people drink _____ beer.

green

200

What date is St Patrick's Day?

17th March

200

True or false: St Patrick was born in Ireland.

False!

200

On St Patrick's Day, there are many street ______.

parades

200

What is special about Irish pancakes?

They are made with potatoes

300

What does St Patrick's Day commemorate?

The death of St Patrick

300

Which animal did St Patrick supposedly banish from Ireland?

Snakes

300

Why do people wear green on St Patrick's Day?

The colour of the Irish soldiers' uniforms

300

What are the ingredients in Irish coffee?

Coffee, whiskey, sugar & cream

400

After Ireland, in which country is St Patrick's Day most celebrated?

The US

400

What do the 3 leaves of the shamrock represent according to St Patrick?

The Holy Trinity - the Father, Son & Holy Spirit

400

What is a ceilidh?

A traditional Irish group dance

400

What typical Irish dish do people usually eat on St Patrick's day?

Corned beef & cabbage