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When is St Patrick's Day?
on the 17th of March
Where is it celebrated?
In Ireland and all over the world.
When was St Patrick born?
In the late fourth century.
What happened to St Patrick at the age of 16?
He was kidnapped and sold.
What did the saint see as his 'calling'?
His captivity.
Why is this day celebrated as St Patrick's Day?
St Patrick died on 17th of March, AD 461.
What is a shamrock?
Threeleaved clovers found growing in patches on grass. You get lucky if you find a four-leaved clover.
What use did St Patrick make of the shamrock?
He used it to explain the Holy Trinity.
What is a leprechaun?
They are little Irish fairies.
What should you do if you meet a leprechaun?
Follow it and capture it to find its pot of gold.
Where is the blarney stone and what is special about it?
It's a stone in a castle on the northwest of Cork. If you kiss the stone, you will be the gift of eloquence. (gift of gab)
What does the word 'blarney' mean today?
"the plain"
Did St Patrick drive all the snakes out of Ireland?
We don't know if this is true.
What should you wear on St Patrick's day?
Green.
What do children do on St Patricks Day?
They pinch you
What do people traditionally eat on St Patrick's Day?
Corned beef and cabbage.
