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St. Patrick's Day

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    St. Patrick's Day
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  • 1. What is St. Patrick famous for?
    He brought Christianity to Ireland.
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  • 2. Where did St. Patrick come from?
    From Britain.
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  • 3. When was St Patrick born?
    In the late fourth century.
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  • 4. Who were St. Patrick’s parents?
    Wealthy people.
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  • 5. What happened to St Patrick at the age of 16?
    Irish raiders kidnapped him.
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  • 6. How long was St. Patrick a slave?
    6 years.
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  • 7. What did the saint see as his ‘calling’?
    To make all the pagans in Ireland believe in God.
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  • 8. Who was not happy with St. Patrick’s activities?
    The Celtic Druids.
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  • 9. What is a shamrock?
    A three - leaved clover.
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  • 10. What use did St Patrick make of the shamrock?
    He explained what the Holy Trinity meant.
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  • 11. What is a leprechaun?
    a little Irish fairy
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  • 12. What should you do if you meet a leprechaun?
    Try to catch him.
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  • 13. Where is the blarney stone?
    In the village of Blarney.
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  • 14. What is special about the blarney stone?
    If you kiss it, you can speak beautifully.
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  • 15. What does the word ‘blarney’ mean today?
    To flatter, use smooth words to achieve own plans
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  • 16. Did St Patrick drive all the snakes out of Ireland?
    According to the legend yes.
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