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Pot of Gold Trivia Quiz

The Four Winds have decided to follow the leprechauns in the hope of finding the legendary pot of gold. Do join us as we meet various other fairy folk on our way.

A multiple-choice quiz by zorba_scank. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
zorba_scank

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
346,424

Updated
Mar 10 23

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. Leprechauns are fairies that form part of Irish folklore. An alternative name for these fairies is 'leithbragan'. While 'leith' means half, what type of apparel commonly associated with these fairy folk is the second part of this term derived from? Hint

Coats

Hats

Shoes

Belts

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Question 2 of 10

2. Clurichauns are another form of Irish fairy folk and are regarded by some as cousins of leprechauns while others consider them to be regional variations of leprechauns themselves. Which of the following is a distinguishing character trait of these fairies? Hint

They are almost twice the height of leprechauns

They are always drunk

They only appear during full moon nights

They are a female-only race

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Question 3 of 10

3. The Cyhyraeth is a Welsh spirit whose wail portends the death of a person. Which Irish fairy would also fit this description? Hint

Valkyrie

Kali

Banshee

Kraken

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Question 4 of 10

4. The Pooka from Celtic folklore is adept at shapeshifting, and is known to appear in various different forms which range from pleasant to terrifying. With which of these festivals is this creature associated? Hint

Samhain

Beltane

Lammas

Imbolc

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Question 5 of 10

5. Another not-so-nice Celtic creature is the kelpie which is believed to lure children into the water, drowning them and later eating them. Which animal does the kelpie resemble? Hint

Horse

Cat

Cow

Dog

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Question 6 of 10

6. The next fairy on the list is the Boggart. Is the Boggart considered to be a friend of humans?

Yes

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Question 7 of 10

7. Yet another scary fairy is the Irish dullahan - a headless horseman seen riding a black horse. Which of these is the only thing that can strike fear in a dullahan? Hint

Silver

Copper

Diamond

Gold

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Question 8 of 10

8. The Scottish Ghillie Dhu is a benevolent fairy and is regarded as a kind and gentle spirit. Which of these is he most closely associated with? Hint

Moon

Water

Trees

Birds

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Scottish fairy creature Fachen is also commonly referred to as Peg Leg Jack. What is distinctive about his appearance? Hint

He has only half a body.

He has a third eye.

He has an extra pair of limbs.

He is headless.

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Question 10 of 10

10. Another solitary Scottish fairy creature is the water imp, glaistig. While her upper body is that of a human, which animal's lower body is she believed to have? Hint

Rabbit

Goat

Fox

Lion

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: Shoes

'Bragan' is derived from brogue, a type of heavy shoe that was worn in the rural highlands of Ireland and Scotland. Leprechauns are generally depicted busy at work mending or making shoes, thus leading to the name in Irish folklore.

Answer: They are always drunk

Unlike leprechauns who are portrayed wearing green, clurichauns are depicted wearing red. Instead of protecting a pot of gold like their cousins, these fairies are regarded as protectors of wine which seems to be in sync with the fact they are assumed to be always drunk.

3. The Cyhyraeth is a Welsh spirit whose wail portends the death of a person. Which Irish fairy would also fit this description?

Answer: Banshee

The Banshee is a female spirit whose cry is an omen of the impending death of a person. The spirit may appear in the form of a young woman, an old hag or a middle aged matron. At times, she is depicted washing the blood from the clothes of the person(s) about to die. This form is referred to as 'bean-nighe' which means washing woman.

Answer: Samhain

The Pooka is considered to demand his share of the harvest crops from the farmers during the Samhain, the Gaelic harvest festival. A small portion of the harvested crop is left behind in the fields by the reapers for this purpose.

5. Another not-so-nice Celtic creature is the kelpie which is believed to lure children into the water, drowning them and later eating them. Which animal does the kelpie resemble?

Answer: Horse

The kelpie is a type of water horse which inhabits the rivers and lakes of Scotland. The kelpie entices humans, mostly children, to ride on its back. Once the rider sits on the horse, the skin of the horse becomes extremely sticky preventing the rider from being able to get off. As a result, the kelpie is able to easily kill him (or her) by drowning him.

6. The next fairy on the list is the Boggart. Is the Boggart considered to be a friend of humans?

Answer: No

Boggarts are a malevolent lot and love to cause trouble for humans. Generally regarded as household fairy, they are known to break things, rearrange furniture, cause food to spoil and create a nuisance for the human beings.

7. Yet another scary fairy is the Irish dullahan - a headless horseman seen riding a black horse. Which of these is the only thing that can strike fear in a dullahan?

Answer: Gold

The headless dullahan is said to ride the horse carrying its head under one arm. If it calls out the name of a person, the person is struck dead on the spot. The only way to turn it away is by showing it a piece of gold. No matter how small the piece, it is enough to terrify the dullahan.

8. The Scottish Ghillie Dhu is a benevolent fairy and is regarded as a kind and gentle spirit. Which of these is he most closely associated with?

Answer: Trees

The Ghillie Dhu is a solitary spirit who lives in the woods. He is regarded as the Guardian of the Trees and is seen wearing clothes of leaves and moss. Birch trees are especially favoured by him.

9. The Scottish fairy creature Fachen is also commonly referred to as Peg Leg Jack. What is distinctive about his appearance?

Answer: He has only half a body.

The Fachen has just one of every body part - one eye, one arm, one leg, one tooth and so on. All the parts are centered on his body which is covered with dark feathers. His sole weapon is a spiked club which he uses to kill his victims.

10. Another solitary Scottish fairy creature is the water imp, glaistig. While her upper body is that of a human, which animal's lower body is she believed to have?

Answer: Goat

The glaistig is often portrayed in flowing green robes which cover her human body. Stated to inhabit the lakes and rivers of Scotland, this water imp can also be depicted with the entire body of a human being. The glaistig prefers to keep to the lonely water bodies located in the highlands of Scotland.

Source: Author zorba_scank

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