Who Was? St. Patrick

Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is credited with bringing Christianity to the country in the 5th century. Born in Britain, he was enslaved in Ireland at 16 but escaped back to Britain. A dream calling him back to Ireland led him to return and spread Christianity. By the 7th century, he became a legendary figure, known for driving snakes out of Ireland and using the shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity. His legacy is celebrated on March 17th, Saint Patrick's Day.

Where was Saint Patrick born?

• Ireland

• Britain

• France

• Italy

What event led to Saint Patrick's enslavement in Ireland?

• An attack by Irish raiders

• A voluntary journey

• A family dispute

• A shipwreck

What inspired Saint Patrick to return to Ireland after escaping?

• A vision of wealth

• A letter from the Pope

• A dream he believed was a divine calling

• A request from the Irish king

Which of the following is a legend associated with Saint Patrick?

• He discovered America

• He wrote the Bible

• He drove all the snakes out of Ireland

• He built the first church in Rome

What symbol is associated with Saint Patrick's explanation of the Holy Trinity?

• A fish

• A cross

• A dove

• A shamrock