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Dedicated to St. Patrick's Day, this quiz contains some interesting facts about the Irish and this fun holiday.
Question 1:
According to the legend, leprechauns are unfriendly Irish fairies who live alone, possess hidden pots of gold and pass the time making what?
Gold
Bells
Hats
Shoes
Question 2:
In Ireland, the shamrock, a three-leaved white clover, is a sacred plant which symbolizes what?
Good fortune
National liberty
Universal Peace
Rebirth of spring
Question 3:
What are the two official national languages of Ireland?
English and Latin
Irish and English
Scottish and English
Gaelic and Irish
Question 4:
What is the main ingredient in Boxty cakes, a traditional Irish dish?
Potatoes
Raw meat
Sausages
Vegetables
Question 5:
"Blarney Stone", a block of limestone built in one of the battlements of Blarney Castle in Ireland, is said to give great eloquence to everyone who kisses it.
False
True
Question 6:
According to legends, St. Patrick, the patron saint and national apostle of Ireland, is most well known for doing what?
Driving all the snakes away from Ireland
Helping Pope Celestine deal with infidels
Setting on fire all statues of pagan gods
Spreading enlightenment among people
Question 7:
Which of the following films did not star renowned Oscar-nominated Irish actor, Liam Neeson?
Star Wars, The Phantom Menace
Philadelphia
Excalibur
Schindler's List
Question 8:
Irish Fest, the largest celebration of Irish music and culture in the world, is held annually in which location?
Dublin, Ireland
Limerick, Ireland
Massachusetts, USA
Wisconsin, USA
Question 9:
Which ancient Celtic custom, once practiced in Ireland, involved tying the bride's and groom's wrists together?
Celtic Joining
Hand Joining
Celtic Knotting
Hand Fastening
Question 10:
What famous female Irish pirate of the 1500's was condemned to death, but later pardoned by Queen Elizabeth?
Grace O'Malley
Grace McGilley
Kelley McGee
Grace Kelley
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