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St. Patrick's Day
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100

If cannot attend a party you were invited to, what might you tell your friend?

I'm sorry, but I can't make it. 

100

On what date is St. Patrick's Day celebrated every year?

March 17th

100

What is the capital city of Ireland?

Dublin 

100

Ireland has a high percentage of people with _______ colored hair.

Ginger

200

What expression would you use if you want to stop a habit that is harmful or unproductive?

break a (bad) habit 


200

What type of plant is said to have been used by St. Patrick to explain the Holy Trinity?

Shamrock

200

What is the national musical instrument of Ireland?

the Irish harp


200

What is the population of Ireland?

5.3 million people

300

When you want to tell someone to relax, rest, or calm down, what expression could you use?


300

What is the name of the river that is dyed green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

Chicago River 

300

Which famous Irish author is known for writing Dracula?


Bram Stoker 


300

The national animal of Ireland is the Irish hare. What are some differences between a hare and a rabbit?


400

What are the two ways you can use the expression "to catch up with someone"? 

1) To meet with someone to discuss recent life events


2) To try to reach the level of someone higher than you 

400

What happened to Saint Patrick when he was 16 years old?

He was kidnapped by pirates.

400

Which historic site in Ireland do people visit to receive the gift of eloquence?

 

The Blarney Stone in Blarney Castle 


400

Name two Irish sports.

Hurling, Camogie, and Gaelic football

500

What is the origin of the expression "to have the luck of the Irish"? 


This expression originated from Irish miners in the 19th century in the USA who discovered gold and became rich.



500

In what country did St. Patrick become a priest?

France 

500

If Cheongju has Jikji, then Ireland has ...

The Book of Kells 


500

A Halloween special, this Irish bread is loaded with dried fruit. 

Barmbrack