St. Patrick's Day Trivia Quiz

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    St. Patrick was born in Ireland.

    • True.
    • False.
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St. Patricks day is a popular Irish holiday celebrated in many places in the world. Try out this quiz to see how much you know about the day so that at least you get the understanding on it.

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  • 2. 

    When and where did the first St. Patrick's Day Parade take place?Please list the enter the answer as city, year.

    Explanation
    The very first St. Patrick's Day parade in America was hosted by the Charitable Irish Society of Boston in 1737.

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  • 3. 

    The longest place name in Ireland is:

    • Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukaka

    • Muckanaghederdauhaulia

    • Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch

    • Krungthepmahanakorn

    Correct Answer
    A. Muckanaghederdauhaulia
    Explanation
    The longest place name in Ireland is Muckanaghederdauhaulia, in County Galway.

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  • 4. 

    Complete this famous saying: "May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks....."

    • "...you see, and may many future days smile upon thee."

    • “..that St. Patrick has sown.”

    • "...that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go."

    • “...afield, and may the Lord God always act as your shield.”

    Correct Answer
    A. "...that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go."
    Explanation
    The full saying is: "May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go."

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  • 5. 

    What country or countries exist on the Emerald Isle?

    • Ireland

    • Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

    • Ireland and Northern Ireland

    • Ireland and Wales

    Correct Answer
    A. Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
    Explanation
    The Emerald Isle refers to the island of Ireland, which is divided into two countries: Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Therefore, the correct answer is Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

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  • 6. 

    The first Irish Constitution was signed at:

    • Leinster House

    • Fusiliers Arch

    • The Shelbourne

    • Dublin Castle

    Correct Answer
    A. The Shelbourne
    Explanation
    The first Irish Constitution was signed at Dublin’s Shelbourne Hotel. The Shelbourne, a favorite spot for sophisticated travelers to stay or dine, is currently about to reopen after a major facelift

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  • 7. 

    What famous writer is buried in St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin?

    • James Joyce

    • Jonathan Swift

    • Rudyard Kipling

    • W.B. Yeats

    Correct Answer
    A. Jonathan Swift
    Explanation
    Jonathan Swift is the correct answer because he is a famous writer who is buried in St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin. Swift was an Anglo-Irish satirist, essayist, poet, and cleric who is best known for his novel "Gulliver's Travels." He served as the Dean of St. Patrick's Cathedral from 1713 until his death in 1745, and he was buried in the cathedral's burial vault. Swift's tomb can still be visited in the cathedral today, making him a notable figure associated with St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin.

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    Which piece of early Irish literature has inspired multiple novels, comics, musical compositions, and dramatic adaptations?

    • The Six Ages of the World

    • The Vision of Adomnan

    • The Cattle Raid of Cooley

    • The Eulogy of Colm Cille

    Correct Answer
    A. The Cattle Raid of Cooley
    Explanation
    The Cattle Raid of Cooley (or Táin Bo Cúailgne) is the central prose epic of the Ulster Cycle.

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