Science
What part of the eye gives it color?
the iris
Who was the third president of the US?
Thomas Jefferson
The first modern Olympic Games were held in which country?
Greece
How many players are there in a standard curling team?
Four
When is April Fool's Day?
April 1st
What small bird is known to help pollinate flowers?
Hummingbird
The Treaty of Versailles officially ended what major war?
World War I
What country has the longest coastline in the world?
Canada
In which city does the Tour de France end?
Paris
What holiday is on the second Sunday in May?
Mother's Day!
The world's first successful vaccine was developed to treat which disease?
Smallpox
Which war interrupted construction of the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C.?
The American Civil War -- Construction began in 1848. The monument was officially dedicated in 1885 and opened to the public in 1888.
The region of Siberia occupies approximately three quarters of which country?
Russia
What is the name of Spain's famous cold soup made mostly from tomatoes?
Gazpacho
What are the first flowers to sprout in the spring?
Daffodils
What is the process called where a plant makes its food?
Photosynthesis
What state was Robert F. Kennedy a senator for?
New York
Which 3 countries officially make up Scandinavia?
Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
What US state borders only one other?
Maine
What is spring fever associated with?
Daydreaming
What is the addictive chemical in cigarettes?
Nicotine
What city is the home of the Liberty Bell?
Philadelphia
In what country was the first coin operated slot machine invented?
The United States
What spirit is mixed with ginger beer and lime to make a Moscow Mule?
Vodka
In which country are cherry blossoms considered as a sign of the beginning of spring?
Japan