Merry Christmas
What day do we celebrate Christmas in the United States?
December 25th
Name one of the three kayak strokes we learned in class.
What is the name of the famous loop in the Great Smoky Mountains that you can bike/ drive through and see cabins, wildlife, and hike?
Cades Cove
What historical event is Cinco de Mayo celebrating?
The Battle of Puebla - french defeated by the mexican army
Who gifted the Cherry Blossoms to the United States that are now planted along the Tidal Basin in Washington D.C.
Japan
It is believed that the tradition of giving gifts on Christmas was started by __________ bringing gifts to Jesus to celebrate his birth.
The Wisemen
What is the thing/ device/ item used to move you forward in a kayak?
paddle
What animal commonly digs through the trash to find food making it important to put your trash in special bins in the park.
Bear
In what country is Cinco de Mayo celebrated the most?
Unites States of America
Name one monument/memorial you might see in Washington D.C.
Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, WW2 Memorial, Korean Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, etc.
What famous Christmas song did we sing in class about one of Santa's reindeer?
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
What group of people do we believe created the first Kayak?
Indigenous Tribes of Northern America
What is the name of the person who works in national parks and keeps people and animals safe.
Park Ranger
This is a Mexican dip made from mainly avocados and other seasonings. You eat it with chips.
Guacamole
What is the name of the house that the United State President lives in in D.C.?
The White House
The legend of Santa Clause was possibly based on this real life person.
Saint Nicholas
Whale
How long is the loop in Cades Cove?
11 miles
This type of music is popular in Mexico. It is a style of folk music that includes 2 trumpets, 2 or 3 violins, a guitar, a guitarron, and a vihuela.
Mariachi Music
What is the name of the famous cemetery located in D.C. where U.S. Soldiers are buried and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is located?
Arlington National Cemetery