Regional Slang
World Cup Flags
Rivers & Roads
Animals
World Cup Trivia
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In DC hitchhikers are referred to as this
Slugs
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Qatar
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This historic route covers over 2000 miles stretching from Illinois to California. It is considered America’s most iconic road
Route 66
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The reticulated species of this huge Asian snake can grow up to be 30 feet long
Python
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Last week this man made history, becoming the first to play and score in 5 consecutive World Cup tournaments (despite the controversy surrounding his opening game)
Cristiano Ronaldo
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The term “jawn” originated in this American city. It’s the most versatile word, as it can be a stand-in for pretty much any word
Philadelphia
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Belgium
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Engineers reversed the water flow in this American river so now water travels opposite of its original direction
Chicago River
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You might find this horned mammal of the genus Capra on a farm
Goat
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In the 2010 South African World Cup this local instrument become and international sensation, and are commonly seen at many sporting events today
Vuvuzela
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Texas has y’all. Pittsburgh has created their own version of the word, and use this term instead
Yinz
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Denmark
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Overseas Highway makes driving between these islands easier and gives you a view of the largest coral reef in the US
Florida Keys
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The large flying fox is not a fox at all, but rather a Southeast Asian species of this type of creature
Bat
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FIFA declared this country is banned from participating in the current World Cup due to their recent political actions
Russia
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In New England, a “bubbler” refers to this
Water fountain
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Uruguay
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Going-to-the-Sun is the only highway that leads to this Montana national park. It is it known for its scenic alpine forest views
Glacier National Park
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Humans and this "armored" mammal are among the only known animals that carry the bacterium that causes leprosy
Armadillo
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This county has the most World Cup wins with 5. They are also the only team to participate in every finals tournament since the start of the tournament in 1930
Brazil
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Originating in Alabama, this word is used to describe something crooked, messed up, or askew
Cattywampus
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Serbia
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The oldest river in the United States (and thought to be second oldest in the world) goes by this misleading name
The New River
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This large predator's name is from the Spanish "el lagarto", or the lizard
Alligator
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This French player infamously headbutted an Italian opponent in the 2006 World Cup and was given a red card
Zinedine Zidane