Gardens
Fairy Tales and Legends
Foods
Dairy Month
Final Jeopardy
100
True or false? Plants have been scientifically proven to respond to sounds
True
Plants have been shown to respond to even small sounds, like a caterpillar eating
100
Which brothers penned a fairy tale titled “The Gnome”?
The Brothers Grimm
Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, penned the fairy tale "The Gnome". It is one of the many fairy tales collected and published in their collection, known as "Grimms' Fairy Tales"
100
What is the major difference between a peach and a nectarine?
Peaches have fuzz and nectarines are smooth
You can graft these two trees together and both will bear fruit.
100
Why was June selected to be dairy month?
From June 10 - July 10 is peak milk production time for cows.
It was established in 1937 then by 1939 the national dairy council began the promotion of the month.
100
WORLD POPULATION: This Asian nation is the world's most populous country that lies mostly in the Southern Hemisphere
Indonesia
With a population of 275 Million, Indonesia has the largest population in the southern hemisphere, even though roughly 30 million of this population still lives north of the equator.
200
Garden gnomes originated in what European country?
Germany
What have become known as garden gnomes in the United States and England can be traced to dwarf statues that originated in Germany's Black Forest region around the early 19th century. They were initially carved out of wood
200
In traditional stories, what color did leprechauns wear?
Red
Over time, the color green became more associated with them, particularly due to the popularity of green in Ireland and St. Patrick's Day.
200
What is fougasse a type of?
Cake
Buscuit
Bread
PieBread
a specialty bread that is filled with mix-ins such as cheese, olives, herbs, seeds, dried fruit, etc
200
How many states require you to be certified to become a cheese maker?
1 - Wisconsin
There is only one state in America in which cheesemaking is elevated to an almost otherworldly realm. That state over the years has firmly guarded its status as America's Dairyland. Wisconsin is the sole state where you can be crowned a certified Master Cheesemaker.
200
TOYS: Introduced in 1964, he fell out of favor in changing times & in 1970 was marketed as a "Land Adventurer"
G.I. Joe
Released on February 1, 1964, this popular toy made it into the toy hall of fame in 2004.
300
In many Scandinavian countries, gnomes are associated with which holiday?
Christmas
They are said to be Santa’s helpers, in much the same way as many Western countries portray elves
In Norway, for example, gnomes are called "Nisse" and are said to visit homes on Christmas Eve, bringing gifts to children
300
Which of Shakespeare’s comedic plays features fairies as main characters?
A Midsummer nights Dream
he play prominently features King Oberon, Queen Titania, and their fairy attendants, including Puck (Robin Goodfellow), who play a significant role in the play's events
300
"Little Strings" is the English translation of this type of pasta
Spaghetti
While often associated with Italian cuisine, its origins may be traced back to China, with pasta in Italy predating Marco Polo's travels
300
In What city is the World Championship Cheese Contest?
Madison, WI
The event is held every other year, and put on by he Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association2026 will mark the 36th biannual Championship
300
OLYMPIC GAMES: This is the only city to have ever hosted both the summer and winter Olympic games
Beijing, China
In 2022, Beijing became the only city to do this feat
(2008 - summer) (2022 - Winter)
400
What plant doe monarch butterfly's often lay their eggs on?
Milkweed
Without milkweed, monarch butterflies cannot survive. Milkweed plants are essential for monarch survival, both as a food source and a place to lay eggs
400
What is the name of the fairy-tale creature who teaches a girl to spin straw into gold?
Rumpelstiltskin
The tale of Rumpelstiltskin was collected and recorded by the brothers Grimm in 1812.
400
what year was the first ice cream come used?
1904
At the World's fair in St. Louis, a ice cream vendor was running out of bowls, and a near by waffle vendor rolled up his waffles to serve the ice cream in.
400
True or False:
Cows are native to North America
False!
Cows were introduced to the Americas by Europeans after the arrival of Columbus. Specifically, the Spanish brought cattle to the Americas, starting with their second voyage
400
WORLD FLAGS: Both Wales & Bhutan have flags bearing one of these mythical creatures
A Dragon
500
What flower was once more valuable than gold?
Tulips
1600s, tulips were so valuable in Holland that their bulbs were worth more than gold. The craze was called tulip mania and caused the crash of the Dutch economy. Tulips can continue to grow as much as an inch per day after being cut.
500
In the books of Wil Huygen and Rien Poortvliet, who are the enemies of the gnomes?
Trolls
These trolls are portrayed as malevolent and clumsy creatures who cause trouble for the gnomes and other forest inhabitants.
500
What is the most widely eaten food worldwide?
Rice
. It is a staple food for more than half the world's population, particularly in Asia, Latin America, and parts of Africa. Its versatility, affordability, and ability to be grown in various climates make it a reliable source of sustenance. Just 15 plant crops provide 90 percent of the world's food energy intake (exclusive of meat), with rice, maize, and wheat comprising 2/3 of human food consumption.
500
How much milk does one cow produce a day?
Bonus: How many times can a cow be milked a day?
6 - 7 Gallons of milk can be produced per day.
A cow can be milked up to 3 times a day
500
U.S. GEOGRAPHY: Touching Canada at Boundary County, the northern part of this state's panhandle has been referred to as "The Chimney"
Idaho
The rough estimate of the panhandles length is 50 miles wide and 150 miles long