Traditions
Which country did the Easter Bunny tradition originate from?
Germany
In which country do cherry blossom trees signify the beginning of spring?
Japan
How many colors are in a rainbow?
Seven—red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.
What does the term ‘spring chicken’ mean?
A young person!
What animal has 30,000 sharp quills for defense?
Porcupine
What is the Sunday before Easter called?
Palm Sunday
What is the main spring allergy trigger?
Pollen
What natural disaster involving spinning wind is more common during spring in certain parts of the U.S.?
Tornadoes. Spring is part of “tornado season” in many states, especially in the Midwest.
Finish this statement: April showers bring...
May flowers
What bird is often associated with the return of spring in North America?
The Robin.
In Sweden and Finland, what do children dress up for Easter?
Easter witches
Which flower is often associated with spring and comes in many colors like red, yellow, and pink?
Tulips! These beautiful flowers bloom in early spring and are native to Central Asia.
In which hemisphere is it spring when it’s fall in the Northern Hemisphere?
The Southern Hemisphere. When it’s spring in North America, it’s fall in Australia and South America.
How many eyes do bees have?
Two
Four
Five
Five
How many toes does a guinea pig have?
14 in total. They have four toes on their front feet and three toes on their back feet.
Which sweet treat is traditionally eaten around Easter in the UK and Ireland?
Hot cross buns
What yellow flower is one of the first to bloom in spring and is often associated with Easter?
Daffodils! These cheerful yellow flowers are symbols of spring’s arrival.
Which weather event is common in spring due to warm and cold air meeting?
Thunderstorms
How many eyes can butterflies have?
Up to 17,000!
What is a male swan called?
A cob
A cab
cob
Finish this statement: March comes in like a lion and out like a..
lamb
True or False: Cherry blossom trees bloom in the spring.
True! Cherry blossoms bloom in early spring and are famous in places like Washington, D.C., and Japan.
In the North Pole, the spring equinox marks the start of six months of what?
uninterrupted daylight
How fast can a bee fly?
20mph
What is the smartest farm animal?
Pigs. Contrary to common beliefs, pigs are not only one of the smartest farm animals, but they are also actually one of the most intelligent animals in the animal kingdom.