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While we all know you're supposed to wear green on St. Patrick's Day, what other symbols and traditions are associated with this Irish holiday? Keep reading to find out in today's blog from your favorite roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks , Above & Beyond Roofing! The Color Green Ironically, the color for St. Patrick was actually blue, not green. However, during the 19th century, the color green became a symbol of Ireland. Due to the plentiful rain and mist, the "Emerald Isle" is always green. The lush landscape, said to have "40 shades of green" was probably inspiration for Ireland's national color. Wearing the color green is considered an act of paying tribute to Ireland. It's also said to bring good luck, especially when worn on St. Patrick's Day. Shamrocks One of the most popular symbols associated with St. Patrick's Day is the shamrock. "Shamrock" is the common name for several different varieties of ...

Today is the day you break out your green attire, possibly enjoy a green beverage and eat some traditional Irish food. All across the country and even around the world, people are celebrating St. Patrick's Day. In celebration of this March 17th holiday, your favorite Lake of the Ozarks roofing company has come up with 17 fun trivia questions for you to test your knowledge of St. Patrick's Day! 1. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated to commemorate what? A. The birth of St. Patrick. B. The death of St. Patrick. C. The day St. Patrick drove snakes out of Ireland. D. The day a pot of gold was found at the end of the rainbow.  2. What does the Shamrock symbol signify? A. The number three. B. The coming of Spring. C. The Luck of the Irish. D. It's just a plant. 3. Where does the Blarney Stone come from? A. A cave. B. A hilltop. C. A castle. D. A cliff. 4. When were the customs of St. Patrick's Day brought to America? A. 1787 B. 1776 C. 1747 ...