Irish Dance Costumes

Description: Test your knowledge about the attire worn by Irish dancers during performances.
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What is the traditional color of the dress worn by female Irish dancers?

  1. Green

  2. Red

  3. White

  4. Blue


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

White is the traditional color of the dress worn by female Irish dancers, symbolizing purity and innocence.

What material is typically used to make the bodice of an Irish dance dress?

  1. Cotton

  2. Silk

  3. Satin

  4. Velvet


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Satin is the most common material used for the bodice of an Irish dance dress, providing a smooth and lustrous appearance.

What is the name of the decorative apron worn by female Irish dancers?

  1. Petticoat

  2. Shawl

  3. Cape

  4. Pansy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The pansy is a decorative apron worn by female Irish dancers, typically made of a contrasting color to the dress.

What is the traditional footwear worn by male Irish dancers?

  1. Ghillies

  2. Hard Shoes

  3. Soft Shoes

  4. Tap Shoes


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Male Irish dancers traditionally wear hard shoes, which have a hard leather sole and a heel, providing a percussive sound when dancing.

What is the name of the traditional shirt worn by male Irish dancers?

  1. Kilt

  2. Sporran

  3. Ghillie Shirt

  4. Tailcoat


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The ghillie shirt is a traditional shirt worn by male Irish dancers, typically made of white linen and featuring a ruffled front.

What is the traditional headwear worn by male Irish dancers?

  1. Tam O'Shanter

  2. Flat Cap

  3. Beanie

  4. Fedora


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The tam o'shanter is a traditional headwear worn by male Irish dancers, a round, flat cap made of wool.

What is the name of the traditional kilt worn by male Irish dancers?

  1. Tartan

  2. Sporran

  3. Ghillie Kilt

  4. Feileadh Mhor


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The feileadh mhor is the traditional kilt worn by male Irish dancers, a long, pleated skirt made of wool.

What is the traditional color of the kilt worn by male Irish dancers?

  1. Green

  2. Red

  3. White

  4. Black


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The traditional color of the kilt worn by male Irish dancers is saffron, a deep yellow color.

What is the name of the decorative sash worn by male Irish dancers around their waist?

  1. Cummerbund

  2. Sporran

  3. Sash

  4. Belt


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The sash is a decorative sash worn by male Irish dancers around their waist, typically made of a contrasting color to the kilt.

What is the traditional footwear worn by female Irish dancers?

  1. Ghillies

  2. Hard Shoes

  3. Soft Shoes

  4. Tap Shoes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Female Irish dancers traditionally wear ghillies, a type of soft shoe with a leather sole and a lace-up front.

What is the name of the decorative shawl worn by female Irish dancers?

  1. Pansy

  2. Shawl

  3. Cape

  4. Scarf


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The shawl is a decorative shawl worn by female Irish dancers, typically made of a lightweight fabric and draped over the shoulders.

What is the traditional color of the shawl worn by female Irish dancers?

  1. Green

  2. Red

  3. White

  4. Black


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The traditional color of the shawl worn by female Irish dancers is white, symbolizing purity and innocence.

What is the name of the decorative headpiece worn by female Irish dancers?

  1. Tiara

  2. Crown

  3. Headband

  4. Wig


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The headband is a decorative headpiece worn by female Irish dancers, typically made of a metal or fabric band with ornamentation.

What is the traditional color of the headband worn by female Irish dancers?

  1. Green

  2. Red

  3. White

  4. Gold


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The traditional color of the headband worn by female Irish dancers is gold, symbolizing wealth and prosperity.

What is the name of the decorative jewelry worn by female Irish dancers?

  1. Necklace

  2. Earrings

  3. Bracelet

  4. Ring


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Female Irish dancers traditionally wear a variety of decorative jewelry, including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings.

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