St. Patrick's Day Traditions
What common food do people eat on St. Patricks Day?
Corned beef and cabbage
What is the main color associated with St. Patricks Day?
Green
What kind of bow can't be tied?
A Rainbow!
This Saint Patricks day fast food shake is a treat many people look forward to this time of year.
A Shamrock Shake from McDonalds!
Was the real St. Patrick born in Ireland?
No, he born in England
A gnome-like man with magical powers is another common symbol of Saint Patricks Day
Leprechaun
What kind of spells do leprechauns use?
Lucky Charms!
This vegetable is commonly associated with Ireland
Potatoes!
What U.S. river is dyed green every year on St. Patricks Day?
The Chicago River
This instrument is a symbol of Ireland/St. Patricks Day
Harp
Why should you never iron a four leaf clover?
You don't want to press your luck!
What city was the first U.S. St Patricks Day Parade held?
Boston
What green vegetable is often planted on St. Patricks Day?
Peas
This symbol is also known as a "seamrog"
Shamrock
Why do people wear shamrocks on Saint Patricks Day?
Because real rocks are too heavy!
Name 3 of the 8 classic marshmallow shapes found in Lucky Charms
Hearts, clovers, stars, horseshoes, blue moons, unicorns, rainbows and red Balloons
When was St. Patricks Day first celebrated in the US?
A) 1737
B) 1699
C)1843
A) 1737
This popular symbol is sometimes called "The Endless Knot"
Celtic Knot or Trinity Knot
Why did the leprechaun go outstide?
To sit on his Paddy 'O!
Legend says that each leaf of the clover has a meaning, give me 2 of the 4 meanings!
Faith, hope, love and luck