WorksheetsIreland (factfile quiz)
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
1. What is the capital of the Republic of Ireland?
London
Dublin
Edinburgh
Belfast
What is the national emblem of Ireland?
Rose
Thistle
Shamrock
Clover
Which dish is considered a traditional Irish dish?
Fish and chips
Irish stew
Spaghetti Bolognese
Sushi
In Irish folklore, what is a leprechaun?
Female fairy
Old woman wearing a green coat
Young boy with wings
Male fairy shoemaker
Who is celebrated on March 17th as the patron saint of Ireland?
Saint Patrick
Saint George
Saint Andrew
Saint David
Which rock band is formed in Dublin, Ireland?
The Beatles
U2
Coldplay
Nirvana
Pubs are known as the main places for socializing in Ireland because:
They offer free Wi-Fi.
They have the best food.
You can join a sing-song or listen to musicians.
They have special discounts for students.
Where can you find Connemara, known for its mountains and lakes?
County Galway, Ireland
London, England
New York City, USA
Sydney, Australia
Which event is associated with Saint Patrick?
Banishing snakes from Ireland
Inventing the telephone
Discovering America
Writing the Harry Potter books
"Molly Malone" is considered the unofficial anthem of which city in Ireland?
London
Dublin
Belfast
Cork
What caused significant deaths and emigration in Ireland in the mid-1800s?
Great famine
World War II
Industrial revolution
Cultural revolution
What is the approximate population of Ireland?
2 million
4 million
6 million
8 million
Which instrument is NOT commonly used in Irish music?
Bodhran
Harp
Bagpipes
Low whistle
What is the national anthem of Ireland called?
The Soldier's Song
God Save the Queen
La Marseillaise
The Star-Spangled Banner
What sport originated in Celtic culture and is played with a stick called a hurley and a ball?
Hurling
Basketball
Tennis
soccer
