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  • How many leaves has a shamrock got?
    Three
  • What was St. Patrick's real name?
    Maewyn Succat
  • What is the longest river in Ireland?
    The River Shannon
  • When do people celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
    March 17th 
  • What city dyes its river green every St. Patrick's Day?
    Chicago
  • According to Irish legend, what did St. Patrick banish from Ireland?
    Snakes
  • What is a boxty?
    An Irish potato cake
  • Where did the first ever St. Patrick's Day parade take place?
    Boston, Massachusetts, USA
  • What landmark turns green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in England?
    The London Eye
  • According to legend, what will you find at the end of a rainbow?
    A pot of gold
  • Who was the very first king of Ireland?
    King Henry VIII
  • Why do people kiss the Blarney Stone?
    for the the gift of eloquence
  • What is the traditional Irish dish?
    Irish stew
  • Why is St. Patrick's Day celebrated on the 17th?
    It's the day he died.
  • What colours are in the Irish flag?
    Green - White - Orange
  • How do leprechauns earn their gold?
    Making and mending shoes.
  • Of which country is St. Patrick the patron saint?
    Ireland
  • According to legend, what should you never do if you catch a leprechaun?
    Take you eyes off him
  • What does the circle in the celtic cross represent?
    The sun
  • Where was St. Patrick born?
    Wales
  • What might happen if you aren’t wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day?
    You get pinched
  • What is the national emblem of Ireland?
    Shamrock
  • What age was St. Patrick captured and brought to Ireland?
    16 years old
  • In which city is Guinness brewed?
    Dublin