Let’s go through each question one by one using the reading passage.
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1. What was St Patrick’s birth name?
Look at the second paragraph:
> “Patrick’s birth name was Maewyn Succatwas.”
So, his birth name is
Maewyn Succatwas.
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2. Was St Patrick Irish? YES / NO
Read carefully:
> “He was born In Roman Britain.”
> “...taken to Ireland and kept as a slave...”
> “...returned to Ireland as a missionary...”
He was not born in Ireland — he was taken there as a slave. So, he was
not Irish by birth.
Answer:
NO
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3. Why is St Patrick’s Day celebrated on 17th March?
From the third paragraph:
> “It is believed that St Patrick died on the 17th of March, hence celebrations are observed on this day annually.”
So, it’s because
that’s the day he died.
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4. Why do you think Patrick is called Saint Patrick?
The text says:
> “...trained to become a priest and changed his name to Patrick. He eventually returned to Ireland as a missionary, and became a Bishop.”
> Also: “Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland.”
People call him “Saint” because he did important religious work — spreading Christianity, building churches, and becoming a bishop. The Church honored him as a saint for his holy life and mission.
You can say:
Because he dedicated his life to God, spread Christianity, and was recognized by the Church as a holy person (a saint).
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5. Describe any modern day St Patrick Day celebrations that you are familiar with:
This is your own knowledge! But here are common ones:
- People wear green clothes or accessories.
- Parades with floats, bands, and dancers happen in many cities.
- Some people dye rivers or fountains green.
- Eating Irish food like corned beef and cabbage.
- Decorating with shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold.
You can write something like:
People wear green, watch parades, eat special food, and decorate with shamrocks and leprechauns.
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Final Answer:
1. Maewyn Succatwas
2. NO
3. Because it is believed that St Patrick died on the 17th of March.
4. Because he lived a holy life, spread Christianity, and was honored by the Church as a saint.
5. People wear green, watch parades, eat Irish food, and decorate with shamrocks and leprechauns.
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