The Story of St. Patrick's Day
Questions:
5
Grade:
5
Words:
90
St. Patrick's Day is a special day celebrated every year on March 17th. It is named after St. Patrick, who is a special friend or 'patron saint' of Ireland. St. Patrick wasn't actually from Ireland—he was from Britain! He was brought to Ireland by pirates when he was 16, but later he went back to teach the Irish people about Christianity. The legend says he used a plant called a shamrock to explain about God. Today, people celebrate St. Patrick's Day by wearing green, joining parades, and eating Irish food.
Question 1
Who is St. Patrick?
A
A pirate from Britain
B
A patron saint of Ireland
Explanation. St. Patrick is a special friend or 'patron saint' of Ireland.
C
A famous Irish chef
D
An Irish king
E
A famous British author
Question 2
How did St. Patrick teach the Irish people about Christianity?
A
By writing a book
B
By using a shamrock
Explanation. The legend says St. Patrick used a plant called a shamrock to explain about God.
C
By singing songs
D
By drawing pictures
E
By cooking traditional meals
Question 3
Where was St. Patrick originally from?
A
Ireland
B
Scotland
C
Britain
Explanation. St. Patrick wasn't actually from Ireland—he was from Britain!
D
USA
E
Australia
Question 4
What is the significance of the shamrock in the context of St. Patrick's Day?
A
It is used to decorate homes
B
It represents the Irish flag
C
It is a symbol for luck
D
It was used by St. Patrick to explain about God
Explanation. The legend says St. Patrick used a plant called a shamrock to explain about God.
E
It is the national flower of Ireland
Question 5
How do people celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
A
By wearing green, joining parades, and eating Irish food.
Explanation. People celebrate St. Patrick's Day by wearing green, joining parades, and eating Irish food.
B
By fasting and praying
C
By giving presents
D
By decorating trees
E
By lighting fireworks
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