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a quiz on all the Irish culture lessons we have had in class over the past several weeks.

Study Slideshow

Why is the snake one of the symbols of Saint Patrick's Day?

Because legend says St Patrick drove all the snakes out of Ireland

What is the name of a traditional meal people eat on Saint Patrick's Day?

Cabbage and Bacon

Who ruled Britain in the 4th century?

The Romans

Before St Patrick came to Ireland what did the Irish worship?

The sun and other aspects of nature

How old was Saint Patrick when he was kidnapped as a slave?

What, according to Saint Patrick, did the three leaves of the shamrock represent?

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Trinity, or 3 aspects of God)

Why is green the colour of Ireland?

Because Ireland is known as the Emerald Isle (the land of Ireland is very green)

What is the name of the most famous song by the Irish band, the Cranberries?

Zombie

Name 5 traditional Irish instruments

Uilleann Pipes, Fiddle and Bow, Tin Whistle, Harp, Bodhran, Guitar, Cheating Spoons, Accordina, Concertina, Bouzouki

Name 4 of the Irish bands or singers we listened to last week

U2, Clannad, Cranberries, Dubliners, Enya, Van Morrison

Name 5 ingredients in an Ulster fry (the big breakfast)

Bacon, potato bread, mushrooms, baked beans, soda farl, sausages, eggs

What is the brand name of the sweet bread we eat in Northern Ireland?

Veda

What is champ?

Mashed potato and spring onion

What is the symbol of Guinness?

Harp

What is traditionally the fish in "fish and chips"?

Cod

What did Finn McCool disguise himself as when he was trying to hide from Benandonner?

A baby