St Patrick's Day Quiz

What are the colors of the Irish flag?

• White, Red and Green

• White, Orange and Green

• White, Pink and Green

• White, Blue and Red

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What is the capital of the Republic of Ireland?

• Galway

• Cork

• Belfast

• Dublin

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What is the capital of Northern Ireland?

• Belfast

• Bangor

• Newcastle

• Londonderry

Who is the primary patron saint of Ireland?

• Saint Brigid

• Saint Patrick

• Saint Claus

• Saint Columba

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In which century did St. Patrick live?

• III

• IV

• V

• Vi

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Which picture shows a shamrock?

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Answer explanation

Shamrock always has three leaves.

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What did St. Patrick use the shamrock for?

• to treat headaches

• to eat

• to explain Holy Trinity

• to bless children

Answer explanation

It is said Saint Patrick used the three leaved Shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity, (the Father, Son and Holy Spirit), to the pagan Irish during the 5th Century.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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What is a leprechaun?

• a little bearded man

• a little fairy with wings

• a little woman wearing a hat

• a little dwarf

Answer explanation

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What is hidden at the end of the rainbow?

• shamrock

• money

• sweets

• pot of gold

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Why do Irish people wear green things on St. Patrick’s Day?

• Because Ireland is a very green island.

• Because green was St Patrick's favorite color.

• Because the shamrock is green.

• Because green is a beautiful color.

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