2. why did irish people use the shamrock? 3. what colour was originally associated with st patrick? 4. who held the first st patrick’s day parade? 5. how many people take part in the parade in new york? 6. for how many days is st patrick’s day now celebrated in ireland? 7. which river was first dyed green in 1962? 8. which famous places have been coloured green to celebrate st patrick’s day? 9. what drinks are traditionally drunk on st patrick’s day? 10. how many extra pints of guinness are drunk on st patrick’s day? 11. what traditional irish food is often eaten on st patrick’s day?