St. Patrick's Day Trivia

St. Patrick's Day, celebrated on March 17th, honors Ireland's patron saint, St. Patrick. Born in Britain, he was kidnapped to Ireland, escaped, and later returned as a missionary, converting many to Christianity. The day is marked by wearing green, parades, and cultural festivities. Symbols include the shamrock, used by Patrick to explain the Holy Trinity. Celebrations are global, with notable events in the US, like Chicago's green river. Fun facts include the first parade in 1762 and the tradition of gifting shamrocks to the US President.

What is the significance of March 17th in relation to St. Patrick's Day?

• It marks the day St. Patrick was born.

• It is the day St. Patrick died.

• It is the day St. Patrick was captured.

• It is the day St. Patrick returned to Ireland.

Where was St. Patrick originally from?

• Britain

• Wales

• Scotland

• Ireland

What inspired St. Patrick to escape from slavery?

• A dream about his homeland

• A letter from the Pope

• A message from his family

• A vision from God

What symbol did St. Patrick use to explain the Holy Trinity?

• A four-leaf clover

• A cross

• A dove

• A shamrock

What traditional meal is associated with St. Patrick's Day?

• Irish stew

• Shepherd's pie

• Corned beef and cabbage

• Fish and chips

Which city is known for dyeing its river green on St. Patrick's Day?

• New York

• San Francisco

• Boston

• Chicago

When did the first St. Patrick's Day parade take place in New York City?

• 1762

• 1862

• 1962

• 1662

What color was originally associated with St. Patrick?

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

• Red

What is a leprechaun said to give you if you catch it?

• A wish

• A pot of gold

• A four-leaf clover

• A lucky charm

What is the probability of finding a four-leaf clover?

• 1 in 1,000

• 1 in 10,000

• 1 in 100,000

• 1 in 1,000,000