Shamrock Matchup Worksheet
Shamrock Matchup
Saint Patrick's Day Vocabulary Fun
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Instructions:
Draw a line to match each word on the left with its correct definition on the right. May the luck of the Irish be with you!
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Leprechaun
2
Shamrock
3
Pot of Gold
4
Rainbow
5
Ireland
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Jig
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Legend
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Luck
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Saint Patrick
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Emerald
A precious green gemstone often associated with Ireland.
Success or good fortune that seems to happen by chance.
A small, mischievous magical creature from Irish folklore.
A multi-colored arc that appears in the sky after it rains.
The patron saint of Ireland whose feast day is March 17th.
A treasure hidden at the end of a rainbow.
An island nation in Europe, also known as the "Emerald Isle".
A traditional story from the past that may or may not be true.
A three-leafed plant that is a symbol of Ireland.
A lively, traditional Irish folk dance.
Bonus Question:
What happens if you catch a leprechaun? Write your answer below!
Pot of Gold Luck!
Shamrock Matchup Answer Key
Answer Key
Shamrock Matchup Worksheet
Teacher Resource
| Word | Correct Definition |
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| 1. Leprechaun | A small, mischievous magical creature from Irish folklore. |
| 2. Shamrock | A three-leafed plant that is a symbol of Ireland. |
| 3. Pot of Gold | A treasure hidden at the end of a rainbow. |
| 4. Rainbow | A multi-colored arc that appears in the sky after it rains. |
| 5. Ireland | An island nation in Europe, also known as the "Emerald Isle". |
| 6. Jig | A lively, traditional Irish folk dance. |
| 7. Legend | A traditional story from the past that may or may not be true. |
| 8. Luck | Success or good fortune that seems to happen by chance. |
| 9. Saint Patrick | The patron saint of Ireland whose feast day is March 17th. |
| 10. Emerald | A precious green gemstone often associated with Ireland. |
Bonus Question Answer
"What happens if you catch a leprechaun?"
According to legend, if you catch a leprechaun, he must grant you three wishes in exchange for his freedom!
Quick Tip
Use this activity as a warm-up or a fast-finisher task. Encourage students to use the words in a sentence after matching.
Fun Fact
Saint Patrick wasn't actually Irish! He was born in Britain and brought the shamrock symbol to Ireland to explain the Trinity.