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St Patrick
St Patrick
Where did St Patrick die?
In Ireland
Why is it celebrated on March 17?
They decided to celebrate it on the day of Saint Patrick's death
When is celebrated?
What color is characteristic of the celebration?
Green
To which country did he run away after being a slave?
France
Where was Saint Patrick born?
He was born in Scotland
Where is the biggest parade held?
New York, United States
Where does the celebration come from?
Ireland
Nowaday the celebration is color green because of the spring, but before that, what color was it?
Blue
What did he do while he was a slave?
He was a shepherd
At the age of 16 he was captured by...
pirates
How does Chicago celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
They dye their river green
Is it a tradition to make lots of jokes related to snakes?
Yes, because of the leyend
Which leaf is famous in St Patrick's Day?
A 4-leaf clover
Do historians know the exact year of birth and death of St. Patrick?
No, they don't know
How many years did he stay as a slave in Ireland?
6 years
Is the Chicago River Dye Toxic?
No, it is natural
In Dublin, how many days does the celebration last?
5 days
Saint Patrick is considered of good...
Why did he return to Ireland?
To turn the irish into christians
His name was Maewyn, he changed it to Patricius when he became...
a priest
Does the International Space Station celebrate Saint Patrick's Day?
Yes, emits green lights from Earth orbit
During the parades, people use to wear on their heads...
top hats color green
Who wanted to expel St Patrick from Ireland?
The leprechauns
What was one of the miracles performed by Saint Patrick?
Rid Ireland of an immense plague of snakes that occupied the entire country