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To test ss knowledge of St Paddy's Day

Study Slideshow

Why is St. Patrick's Day commonly called Paddy's Day?

Because Paddy is a knickname for Patrick

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Why is a shamrock the symbol of Ireland?

Because it was used by St. Patrick to explain the idea of the Christian Holy Trinity

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Who is the Taoiseach?

An Irish Prime Minister

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Why is Ireland called 'Emerald Island'?

Because of its green countryside with lots of shades of green.

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What alcohol was invented in Ireland and what does its name mean in Irish?

Whiskey. 'Water of life'

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What are the two sports played only in Ireland?

Gaelic Football and Hurling

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What is the unusual way of marking St. Patrick's Day in Chicago in the US?

Dying the Chicago River green

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What does 'Slainte' mean?

"Cheers"

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Name two Irish actors or musicians

For example Pierce Brosnan, Liam Neeson, Colin Farrell, Sinead O'Connor

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What do the three colours of the Irish flag stand for?

Green-Irish Catholics, Orange-Irish Protestants, White - the hope for peace

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What is the traditional national instrument depicted on an Irish Euro coin?

the harp

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What is the famous mythological Irish dwarf called ?

A leprechaun

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