Is St. Patrick's Day your favorite holiday? Or perhaps you're just a fan of the festivities. Either way, we've got the perfect game for your St. Patty's Day needs. Let's see how much you know about the holiday — and the country where it originated.
1. Who was St. Patrick?
2. What was believed to be St. Patrick's birth name?
3. In which century did St. Patrick live?
4. What is the capital of Ireland?
Dublin
5. What is the symbolism of the shamrock on St. Patrick's Day?
Legend says the shamrock was used to explain the Holy Trinity (the Father, Son and Holy Spirit).
6. Which Irish symbol is often associated with luck?
A four-leaf clover.\
7. What happens if you don't wear green on St. Patrick's Day?
People might pinch you!
8. What color is associated with St. Patrick's Day?
9. What day is St. Patrick's Day celebrated?
10. What is the traditional meal associated with St. Patrick's Day?
Corned beef and cabbage
11. What popular holiday other than St. Patrick's Day is believed to have originated in Ireland?
12. What US river is dyed green for St. Patrick's Day?
The Chicago River
13. What is the Irish term for "cheers"?
14. Which famous Irish stout is associated with St. Patrick's Day?
15. What is the meaning of the Irish phrase "Erin go Bragh"?
17. What does the word "craic" mean in Irish slang?
Fun or good times
18. What is the name of the church in New York City associated with St. Patrick's Day?
19. What is the Irish term for a traditional drinking place?
20. What Irish dish is made from mashed potatoes and cabbage?
21. Who was the first US president to attend and participate in a St. Patrick's Day parade?
22. What is a common nickname for Ireland?
23. What was the color associated with St. Patrick's Day before it became green?
24. In what year did St. Patrick's Day become an official public holiday in Ireland?
25. Which famous landmark in Ireland is also known as the "Rock of Cashel"?
26. Which US city has the largest St. Patrick's Day parade in the world?
27. What is the name of the official Irish language?
28. Which Irish author wrote the famous novel Ulysses?
29. What is the name of the Irish mythological creature that is said to bring good luck?
30. What is the form of currency in Ireland?
31. What is the name of the famous castle located in County Cork, Ireland?
32. In Irish folklore, what is said to be found at the end of a rainbow?
A pot of gold
33. Where is The Hill of Tara located?
34. What is the most populated city in Ireland?
35. The shamrock is one of two official emblems of Ireland, what's the other?
36. What is the name of the traditional Irish sport similar to soccer, but players can use their hands?
37. What is the name of the iconic Irish symbol featuring a circular pattern with no beginning or end?
The Celtic Knot
38. What Irish author wrote the novel The Picture of Dorian Gray?
39. What ocean liner was built in Belfast and is famous for sinking in the North Atlantic Ocean?
40. What is the name of the breakfast that typically includes eggs, bacon, potatoes, sausages, beans, black and white pudding, toast, and fried tomatoes?
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