IRISH
What is the national flower/emblem of Ireland?
Shamrock
These people originated in Irish folklore
Leprechauns
What is a famous Irish vegetable?
Cabbage
St. Patrick is the patron saint of ______?
Ireland
What ocean is to the left of Ireland?
The Atlantic Ocean
Which US city has the highest percentage of Irish ancestry in the country?
Boston, MA
What famous tradition/holiday originated in Ireland?
Halloween
Irish soda bread uses what ingredient for leavening instead of yeast?
Baking soda
What country was St. Patrick born in?
Britain
What is the largest city in Ireland?
Dublin
What does the circle at the center of the Celtic cross represent?
The sun
What American city has dyed its river green every St. Patrick’s Day since 1962?
Chicago
What is one ingredient in Irish Stew?
Vegetables, lamb, beef….
What is St. Patrick best known for?
Bringing Christianity to parts of Ireland
What is Ireland’s national symbol?
Harp
What are the two official languages spoken in Ireland?
English and Gaelic
St. Patrick’s Day began as a Catholic _____ Day.
Feast
What is the national food of Ireland?
Irish Stew
What kind of animal is involved in a legend about St. Patrick?
Snakes
What is the official sport of Ireland?
Hurling
What is Ireland’s nickname?
The Emerald Isle
What was the year of the very first St. Patrick’s Day?
1842
Famous Irish dessert
Pudding
What symbol represents St. Patrick?
The Celtic Cross
Who sings “Shipping Up To Boston?”
The Dropkick Murphy’s