Winter Riddles
Holiday Traditions
Holiday Movies
General Holiday
Wayne Metro Trivia
100
When it's cold in winter,
This is something you love.
It's like tiny white stars,
Falling from above.
Snow
100
What do people traditionally put on top of a Christmas tree?
Star or Angel
100
This "Snowman" likes warm hugs.
OLAF
100
Who is the snowman who comes to life
Frosty
100
Who is our CEO?
Louis D. Piszker
200
We can be made of leather or can be made of wool, we come in pairs and keep you from cold. What am I?
Winter gloves
200
This Winter Holiday Celebrates Love
What is Valentines Day?
200
This cartoon character brings a tiny, little tree to his friends to decorate
Charlie Brown
200
What is another popular name for Santa Claus?
Kris Kringle or Saint Nick
200
What is Wayne Metro's Call Center number?
a) 313-866-2520
b) 313-284-6999
c) 313-388-9799
c) 313-388-9799
300
It's cold and icy where we live,
So we have to huddle in tight.
We have wings but cannot fly,
So we can't soar to a great height.
Penguins
300
I am made of lots of candy and icing. Children like to make me as a fun activity. I can be used as a decoration. Sometimes they will eat my candy too.
What am I?
Gingerbread house
300
The Grinch stole all of the presents from this town.
WhoVille
300
What did the other reindeer not let Rudolph do because of his shiny red nose?
Play in any reindeer games
300
What year was Wayne Metro founded?
What is 1971?
400
To have fun in the winter,
Head to a mountainside.
Strap these on to both your feet,
So downhill you can glide
Skis
400
What song is the best-selling Christmas song by a female artist and one of the best-selling singles of all time?
All I Want for Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey
400
What animated film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole?
The Polar Express
400
Over 1.76 billion of these candies are made every year for the holidays.
What is a Candy Cane?
400
Who do you contact to sign up for Student Loan Pay Down?
a) Courtney Hierlihy
b) Nefreteri Howard
c) Darnesha Rice
b) Nefreteri Howard
500
I am made of plastic or metal, I am used for play or for work, and you’ll usually see me in a sandbox but I am mostly out in the winter months. What am I?
Shovel
500
A famous winter festival that takes place in New Orleans?
What is Mardi Gras?
500
Actor who played a giant elf in the movie Elf.
Will Ferrell
500
How many Reindeer does Santa have and What are their names?
9
Their names are Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen and of course, Rudolph.
500
Who do you contact for issues with your paycheck or PTO?
a) HR Helpdesk hr-helpdesk@waynemetro.org
b) IT Help Desk it@waynemetro.org
c) Wayne Metro Payroll payroll@waynemetro.org
c) Wayne Metro Payroll payroll@waynemetro.org
600
If you're outside in the winter.
And you are walking around town.
You might see this item caused by
Water frozen while dripping down.
Icicle
600
The holiday celebrated in mid October-mid November and is a festival of lights?
Diwali
600
In Home Alone, where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
Paris
600
Name a Winter Olympic sport?
Bobsleigh, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Figure Skating, Ice Hockey, Snowboard, Speed Skating 
600
Where was the first Wayne Metro Located?
a) Romulus
b) River Rouge
c) Ecorse
d) Riverview
b) River Rouge
700
What is cold and bites but no teeth?
Frostbite
700
Special name given for the Shortest & Darkest day of the year. What day does it usually fall on?
What is Winter Solstice?
Dec. 21st or the 22nd
700
In which movie would you find singing and dancing penguins?
What is Happy Feet?
700
This is created when you lay on a snowy surface and flap your arms.
A Snow Angel
700
How much CERA Assistance have we awarded so far?
a)$304,703,903.00
b)$290,702,904.01
c)$284,701,905.02
c) $284,701,905.02
800
What is it called when a snowman has a temper tantrum
Meltdown
800
What day does Winter end in the Northern Hemisphere?
What is March 20th
800
Name the 4 main food groups that are Buddy the Elf Approved
Candy, Candy Canes, Candy Corn, and Syrup
800
The beverage company that has been using commercials starring Santa Claus since the 1930's
Coca Cola
800
How do you get your pet featured on the News Letter?
You submit an email to the Communications Team at communications@waynemetro.org with your full name and position, 1-2 good quality photos of your pet(s),
Include the name, age, breed of pet(s); 1-2 fun facts!
900
What sort of ball doesn’t bounce?
Snowball
900
A popular Christmas beverage, historically known as a milk punch
Eggnog
900
The "fragile" prize that Ralphie's father wins in "A Christmas Story."
What is a leg lamp?
900
Which one of Santa’s reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot?
Cupid
900
What is Our Mission at Wayne Metro?
In our pursuit to eliminate poverty, Wayne Metro empowers people and communities to be strong, healthy, and thriving.
1000
What do you call a snowman with a six-pack?
An abdominal snowman
1000
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
1000
This story takes place in a prehistoric world, covered with snow and ice.
What is Ice Age?
1000
This dessert was intended to last for one whole year!
Fruit Cake
1000
What is the Promise of Community Action?
Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live!
We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other!