Maze Basics
What is a corn maze?
A large, walk-through puzzle carved into a cornfield.
Where did mazes first appear in history?
In Greek mythology.
What can you win in the Crazy Train Maze?
Prizes like a balloon ride.
What is one maze-solving strategy mentioned?
The “right-hand rule.”
How does the author introduce the story?
By helping readers imagine being lost in a maze.
What might corn maze designs look like from above?
Pictures such as dragons, witches, or sports heroes.
What famous maze was home to the Minotaur?
The Labyrinth at Knossos.
What do you collect in Howell Farm’s Corn Maze?
Puzzle pieces that form a map.
What do some people use to find their way out?
Landmarks like hills or trees.
What is the main idea of the text?
Corn mazes are fun and popular puzzles.
What sounds can you hear while walking through a corn maze?
Laughter, voices, and the crunch of dried cornhusks.
In what period did “puzzle hedges” become popular in Europe?
The Middle Ages.
Who helps lost maze-goers from the tower?
A maze guard.
Who are some of the best maze solvers according to Matt Miller?
8- to 10-year-olds.
Which line shows the use of technology in maze design?
“Many designers use a digital device called a GPS to guide their cutting.”
What tool do designers use to cut maze paths?
Hoes, tractors, or lawn mowers.
By which century did mazes become popular worldwide?
The 19th century.
What do “corn cops” do in the Crazy Train Maze?
Help guide and protect visitors.
What skill helps kids find their way through mazes?
“Maze intuition” — noticing small details.
What does “sparked a corn maze craze” mean?
It started a trend of creating corn mazes everywhere.
What device helps designers guide their cutting accurately?
GPS (Global Positioning System).
What was the world’s first corn maze called and where was it built?
“Cornelius, The Cobasaurus” in Annville, Pennsylvania.
How do ribbons help at Howell Farm?
They mark areas of the maze to help you track your location.
What does the author mean by “You’ll find your way out… eventually”?
You’ll escape the maze after some time.
What makes corn mazes so popular according to the text?
Their creativity, fun challenges, and modern designs.