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When is St. Patrick's Day?
March 17th
Why is this day celebrated as St Patrick's Day?
St Patrick died on March 17th
Where is St. Patrick's Day celebrated?
all around the world
What happened to St. Patrick at the age of 16?
He was kidnapped by Irish marauders/pirates and sold as a slave.
What did the saint see as his 'calling'?
Converting all the pagans in Ireland into Christianity.
What use did St. Patrick make of the shamrock?
To explain the Holy Trinity.
What is the Holy Trinity?
Father, Son and the Holy Ghost
What should you do as you meet a leprechaun?
Catch him and he reveals his pot of gold.
Where is the Blarney Stone?
Northwest of the Irish village Cork.
What is special about the Blarney Stone?
If one kisses it, it gives the gift of eloquence.
Did St. Patrick drive all the snakes out of Ireland?
No. There have been no snakes in Ireland.
What should you wear on St. Patrick's Day?
Green
What religion was St. Patrick until he got kidnapped?
Pagan
For how long was St. Patrick a slave?
6 years
What are the little Irish fairies called?
Leprechauns
What is the job of leprechaun among other fairies?
A shoemaker
