No Irish themed party would be complete without at least a short quiz! Pub and village hall style quiz nights are incredible popular on the Emerald island. Here a little collection of Irish Fun Facts you can use to compose your own quiz night. They range from simple to more difficult, I hope you find something for everybody:
When was Ireland first mentioned in writing and by whom?
The Greek-Roman geographer Ptolemy mentioned Ireland around 100 AD, that is the oldest written testimony we have about Eire, as Ireland is called in Gaelic.
When was the “United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland” founded?
Officially in 1801, but both countries shared the same rulers for centuries previously.
When did the Republic of Ireland became independent?
1949, but the northern part is still governed by Great Britain, if also with a growing amount of independence.
Why was Ireland nick-named the Celtic Tiger?
In the late 20th century Ireland experienced a sudden economic growth, especially in the areas of software and general electronic innovations which let to this nick name.
Which two countries share the island?
The Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland (part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain).
Which is the currency used?
The Euro. The Pound Sterling is widely accepted, but not an official currency in the Republic of Ireland.
How many world heritage sites are on the island (extra points for correct names)?
Three, Brú na Boinne (a prehistoric megalithic site), Skellig Michael (a steep, rocky island, place of one of the earliest monasteries in Europe) and Giant’s Causeway (an area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns).
Give two other names, Ireland is known for…
Eire (the correct Gaelic name) and Emerald Island (due to its lush, green vegetation).
On which side of the road drive the Irish?
On the left.
Is speed measured in kilometres or miles in Ireland?
In kilometres.
I hope this little collection gets you started in composing your own Irish Quiz Night. Have fun and Slainte, to your health, as they say here!
