75 St. Patrick's Day trivia questions to test your Irish IQ
For example, what animal is St. Patrick said to have chased out of Ireland? Or, what is the oldest pub in Dublin? How about this one: Can you name the three original members of the Irish Tenors?
If you can answer all these St. Patrick's Day trivia questions, then go directly to the Blarney Stone, because your Irish IQ is clearly next level.
To prove just how deep your knowledge on all things St. Paddy's really goes, we've gathered a list of fascinating trivia questions that's guaranteed to challenge even those whose blood runs green instead of red.
Display your top-notch skills by correctly answering questions on St. Patrick's Day traditions and other facts about Ireland, shamrocks, leprechauns, food, customs and more. And, if you don't mind us saying, we think all of them are worth their weight in gold.
Forgive the St. Patrick's Day pun, we couldn't help but throw in a little humor in honor of March 17, a holiday well-suited to corny jokes about rainbows, magical elves and, of course, the Emerald Isle.
Speaking of which, can you name the three colors of Ireland's flag? They're green, white and orange. That answer was a freebie. For the rest, you'll simply have to read on to find out.
Whatever you choose to use these St. Patrick's Day trivia questions and answers for, we wish you, well, the very best of luck.
Question: How many leaves does a typical clover plant have Answer: Three
Question: Four-leaf clovers are considered what? Answer: Good luck
Question: What Irish band had a Billboard Top 10 hit with the 1968 song "The Unicorn"? Answer: The Irish Rovers
Question: What traditional Irish dish combines mashed potatoes and cabbage? Answer: Colcannon
Question: What is the term for a young Irish woman or girl? Answer: Colleen
Question: What popular theater show featured Michael Flatley and Jean Butler step-dancing to traditional Irish music? Answer: "Riverdance"
Question: In Gaelic, what does the word "balach" mean? Answer: Boy
Question: In an Irish wedding, a bride dressed in blue symbolizes what? Answer: Purity
Question: Who are the three original members of the Irish Tenors? Answer: Ronan Tynan, Declan Kelly and Anthony Kearns
Question: Who is the current president of Ireland? Answer: Michael D. Higgins
Question: This Irish slang word is used to describe a good time, entertainment or lively conversation. Answer: Craic
Question: Often referred to as a "Fisherman's sweater," this Irish sweater is typically off-white and water-resistant. Answer: Aran
Question: On what instrument do you play piobaireachd music? Answer: The bagpipe
Question: Which renowned Irish poet won a Nobel Peace Prize for Literature in 1995? Answer: Seamus Heaney
Question: This new-age Celtic singer had a Top 10 hit in 2001 for the song "Only Time." Answer: Enya
Question: Formed in 1962, this Grammy-winning Irish band is known for popularizing traditional Irish music. Answer: The Chieftains
Question: What award-winning movie from 2022 stars Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson as two feuding Irish friends? Answer: "The Banshees of Inisherin"
Question: What popular Irish sport is cross between soccer, rugby and hurling? Answer: Gaelic football
Question: A traditional Irish potato pancake is also known as what? Answer: Boxty
Question: What Irish slang term means to be broken or ruined? Answer: Banjaxed
Question: Which renowned Irish track and field athlete won a silver medal in the Women's 5000m at the 2000 Olympic Games? Answer: Sonia O'Sullivan
Question: Located in Coloma, California, what site is famous for its discovery of gold in 1848? Answer: Sutter's Mill
Question: True or false. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland was Irish. Answer: False. St. Patrick was said to have been born in Britain.
Question: What is the Gaelic word for a party or gathering in which there's singing, dancing and storytelling? Answer: Ceilidh
Question: What Irish-Scottish band had a Top 10 Billboard hit with the song "Chasing Cars"? Answer: Snow Patrol
Question: What's the tagline for the breakfast cereal Lucky Charms? Answer: "They're magically delicious."
Question: What other name is St. Patrick's Day known as? Answer: The Feast of St. Patrick
Question: What Irish phrase means "Ireland Forever?" Answer: Erin go bragh
Question: According to legend, what animal did St. Patrick drive out of Ireland? Answer: Snakes
Question: What are the three colors of the Irish flag? Answer: Green, white and orange.
Question: What three pieces of equipment are necessary to play the Irish sport of hurling? Answer: A hurley (stick), sliotar (ball) and helmet.
Question: What's the oldest pub in Ireland? Answer: Sean's Bar in Westmeath.
Question: What's the symbol for gold on the Periodic Table of Elements? Answer: Au
Question: What is the capital of Northern Ireland? Answer: Belfast
Question: What 2015 Oscar-nominated movie starring Saoirse Ronan is about a young Irish immigrant who moves to New York City in the 1950s? Answer: "Brooklyn"
Question: According to folklore, what's a leprechaun's occupation? Answer: Shoemaker
Question: What 1959 children's movie helped shape the modern-day image of a leprechaun? Answer: 'Darby O'Gill and the Little People'
Question: Which breakfast cereal has "Lucky the Leprechaun" as its mascot? Answer: Lucky Charms
Question: Which best-selling Irish band features Larry Mullen, Adam Clayton, the Edge and Bono? Answer: U2
Question: Irish musician Gilbert O'Sullivan hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1972 with what song? Answer: "Alone Again (Naturally)"
Question: Which Irish actor starred in the 1962 Oscar-winning movie "Lawrence of Arabia?" Answer: Peter O'Toole
Question: Which song is known as the unofficial anthem of Dublin, Ireland? Answer: "Molly Malone"
Question: What cheerful Irish greeting is often associated with St. Patrick's Day? Answer: "Top of the morning to you"
Question: According to Irish folklore, what will you find at the end of a rainbow? Answer: A pot of gold
Question: What do the three leaves of a shamrock represent according to Irish tradition? Answer: The Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit)
Question: According to Wallethub, how many pints of Guinness are consumed on St. Patrick's Day? Answer: More than 13 million worldwide
Question: Historically, what color is disrespectful to wear on St. Patrick's Day? Answer: Orange
Question: What's the average number of drinks consumed per person on St. Patrick's Day? Answer: 4.2
Question: According to the National Retail Federation, what percentage of people plan to celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Answer: 62 percent
Question: On average, how much money do consumers spend on St. Patrick's Day? Answer: $44.40
Question: Which St. Patrick's Day activity is more popular: attending a parade or making a special dinner? Answer: Making a special dinner
True or false: The first known St. Patrick's Day parade occurred in Ireland. Answer: False. The first recorded parade took place in St. Augustine, Florida.
Question: What year did the first known St. Patrick's Day celebration happen in the U.S.? Answer: 1600
Question: What ancient Celtic festival is thought to be the origin of Halloween? Answer: Samhain
Question: What U.S. president was the first Irish Catholic to be elected to the office? Answer: John F. Kennedy
Question: What water-loving dog breed is known for its curly coat and rat-like tail? Answer: Irish Water Spaniel
Question: Ireland is the second largest European island. Which island is the largest? Answer: England
Question: What is the capital of Ireland? Answer: Dublin
Question: What's the official currency of Ireland? Answer: The euro
Question: What common reptile is not naturally found in Ireland? Answer: Snake
True or false: Patrick, Ireland's patron saint for which the holiday is named, is Irish. Answer: False. He was born in Roman Britain.
Question: What meat and vegetable dish is a trademark St. Patrick's Day meal? Answer: Corned beef and cabbage
Question: Which iconic New York skyscraper turns green in honor of St. Patrick's Day? Answer: The Empire State Building
Question: Which "Fifty Shades of Grey" star hails from Northern Ireland? Answer: Jamie Dornan
Question: Which U.S. city was the first to dye a river green in honor of St. Patrick's Day? Answer: In 1962, the city of Chicago dyed the Chicago River green.
Question: What must a leprechaun divulge if captured? Answer: Where to find hidden treasure
Question: What year did New York City officially host the first St. Patrick's Day parade? Answer: 1762
Question: Why is St. Patrick's Day celebrated on March 17? Answer: It marks the day St. Patrick died in 461 A.D.
Question: Why do we wear green on St. Patrick's Day? Answer: It's most closely associated with Ireland's lush green landscape (Emerald Isle) and the country's desire to distinguish itself from the British in the 1700s.
Question: True or False. St. Patrick was known to wear the color green. Answer: False. In renderings, the saint was often pictured in blue, otherwise known as "St. Patrick's blue."
Question: Located in Northern Ireland, what popular TV show used a beech-tree lined walkway known as "The Dark Hedges" as the road to King's Landing? Answer: "Game of Thrones"
Question: As of 2019, what percentage of U.S. residents claim to have Irish ancestry? Answer: 9.2 percent or 30.4 million
Question: What North American waterway did the Irish immigrants help build? Answer: The Erie Canal
Question: What's a "curragh?" Answer: A type of wooden Irish boat used for fishing and transport.
Question: What hearty Irish meal consists of red meat, carrots, onions and potatoes? Answer: Irish stewThis article was originally published on TODAY.com
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