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History of St. Patrick
Myths and Legends
Facts and History
Music and Culture
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St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. Was he born there?
Nope
100
According to legend, what must a leprechaun give you?
His treasure
100
What is the capital of Ireland?
Dublin
100

Who of the following is an Irish James Bond?

a. Sean Connery

b. Pierce Brosnan

c. Timothy Dalton

b
200

What was his real name?

a. Merlin

b. Maewyn

c. Merwyn

B
200
According to legend, if you kiss the Blarney stone what will you get?
The gift of the gab
200

The ball used in a game of hurling is called:

a. a Sliothar

b. a sliver

c. a slinger

a
200

Which Irish writer wrote Dracula?

a. Samuel Beckett

b. James Joyce

c. Bram Stoker

c
300
In what country is St. Patrick buried?
Ireland
300
What is St. Patrick said to have driven out of Ireland?
Snakes
300
What color is the Irish flag?
Green, white and gold
300
Which Irish writer wrote 'A picture of Dorian Grey'?
Oscar Wilde
400
What small, green plant with 3 leaves did St. Patrick use to explain the Holy Trinity to the Irish pagans?
The shamrock
400
Name six things that happen on St. Patrick's day.
Schools are closed; people have a day off;parades; wear green; singing; dancing; drink green beer;wear shamrocks; dye hair green.
400
In 1921, Ireland gained its independence from which country?
Britain
400
What is the real name of U2's Bono?
Paul Hewson