Ireland
What is the capital of Ireland?
Dublin
Which traditional Irish dish is often associated with St. Patrick’s Day and served with cabbage?
Corned beef
We all know gold lies at the end of a rainbow, but how is a rainbow formed?
What US city is the most notable for dyeing their river green on the Saturday before St Patrick's Day?
Chicago
Which S2 FDP had their car towed due to the Saint Patrick's day parade?
Amanda
Most people in Ireland speak English, but there is an Irish language. What is it called?
Gaelic
In Ireland, what does the color green stand for (not good luck)?
Hope
Name 1 symbol of luck besides a clover
Horseshoe, Wishbone, Heads-Up Penny, Ladybugs
What religion did St. Patrick teach the Irish people?
Catholic
Which Boston landmark is often lit up in green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Boston Common
Why is Ireland also referred to as the Emerald Isle?
It references the country’s lush landscape
How did St. Patrick arrive in Ireland?
He was kidnapped by Irish pirates and sold as a slave
Why is green worn on St Patrick's Day?
It's thought to make people more visible to leprechauns
Which US city boasts the largest St. Patrick's day parade in the world?
New York City
What famous Bostonian and former president is of Irish descent and is often celebrated during St. Patrick's Day events in Boston
JFK
What year did Ireland gain independence from the UK?
1922
What was Saint Patrick’s nationality?
British
According to legend, if you catch a leprechaun, what will happen?
He will grant you 3 wishes
Roughly how many million pints of Guiness are consumed worldwide on Saint Patrick's Day?
13 million
How many arrests were reported at the Southie Parade this year
9
What is the name of the Irish football (soccer) club that has won the most League of Ireland titles? (two words. Initials are S R)
Shamrock Rovers
What was the original color of St. Patricks Day?
Blue
According to folklore, what is a leprechaun's occupation?
A shoemaker OR a banker
What happens if someone who is Irish does not wear green on St Patrick's day (besides bad luck)?
Get pinched
In what year did Boston’s first St. Patrick’s Day parade take place
1737