Riddles
The more of me you have, the less you see.
What am I?
Darkeness
Which province is known for its wild blueberries, which are often used in pies and jams?
Nova Scotia
Which British band, led by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, became the most successful and influential band of the 1960s?
The Beatles
What famous landmark in Egypt is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?
The Great Pyramid of Giza.
Which French fashion designer is credited with revolutionizing post-World War II fashion with his "New Look," featuring full skirts and tight bodices?
Christian Dior.
Who was the first female Prime Minister of Canada?
Kim Campbell, who served from 1993 to 1993.
What is the name of the author who wrote the Harry Potter series?
J.K. Rowling.
What’s always on the ground but never dirty?
A shadow.
What kitchen technique involves submerging vegetables in boiling water for a short time before quickly cooling them in ice water?
Blanching
Which rock & roll legend is often referred to as “The King” and had a hit with the song “Heartbreak Hotel” in 1956?
Elvis Presley
Which is the largest continent by land area?
Asia.
Which American actress, known for her timeless elegance, is often cited as a fashion icon and starred in films such as Breakfast at Tiffany’s?
Audrey Hepburn.
On which date did World War I officially end with the signing of the armistice?
November 11, 1918 (Armistice Day, now celebrated as Veterans Day in many countries).
Which Canadian short story writer won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2013?
Alice Munro.
I am a protector who sits on a bridge. Only one person can see through me, while others cannot. What am I?
: Sunglasses.
Before the widespread use of refrigerators, what method was commonly used to preserve fish and meats in Canada, especially in Indigenous and early settler communities?
Smoking
Which iconic singer is known for the 1942 hit “White Christmas,” which became one of the best-selling singles of all time?
Bing Crosby.
Which mountain range forms a natural border between the United States and Canada?
The Rocky Mountains.
Which British fashion designer is known for popularizing the Mod fashion look in the 1960s, featuring geometric shapes and bold colors?
Mary Quant.
Which political party in Canada introduced Medicare in the 1960s, a universal healthcare system that became a key part of Canada's identity?
The Liberal Party, under Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson.
Which famous Italian artist painted The Last Supper and Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci.
What’s the quickest way to double your money?
put it in front of a mirror.
Montreal is famous for its smoked meat sandwiches, which are traditionally served on what type of bread?
Rye bread
Which famous music festival, often associated with peace and love, was held in 1969 and became an iconic event for the counterculture movement?
Woodstock
What is the tallest mountain in the world, standing at 8,848 meters (29,029 feet)?
Mount Everest.
What hairstyle, often associated with the 1950s, features voluminous, rolled-up hair and was made famous by icons like Marilyn Monroe?
The poodle cut or victory roll.
Which Canadian Prime Minister was in office during the 1976 Montreal Olympics?
Pierre Trudeau.
What famous poet wrote the line “Two roads diverged in a yellow wood” in The Road Not Taken?
Robert Frost
What has many rings even though it has no fingers?
A telephone.
Which province is the largest producer of maple syrup in Canada?
Quebec
Which American folk singer-songwriter, known for his protest songs, released the iconic song “Blowin’ in the Wind” in 1962?
Bob Dylan
Which city is located on two continents, Europe and Asia?
Istanbul (Turkey).
What popular makeup trend from the 1940s emphasized dark eyeliner, bold brows, and red lips, inspired by Hollywood glamour?
Classic glam makeup, often associated with stars like Rita Hayworth and Lauren Bacall.
What issue has dominated Canadian political discussions in recent years, particularly in major cities like Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal, related to skyrocketing _____ prices and affordability?
The Housing Affordability Crisis.
Which 20th-century art movement, pioneered by artists like Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, focused on fragmented and abstracted forms?
Cubism
Which single-digit number has no value?
Zero.
What is the name of the donut-like fried dough pastries, often topped with cinnamon sugar, that are a Canadian fair and winter treat?
Beavertrail
Which famous singer’s career was rocked by a scandal when he married his 13-year-old cousin in 1957?
Jerry Lee Lewis
Which is the largest island in the world, located in the Arctic Ocean?
Greenland.
What tailoring technique, commonly used in the 1950s, involved creating a structured, hourglass silhouette by emphasizing a fitted waist and using boning in dresses and corsets?
Bespoke tailoring or corsetry.
What political event in Canada during 1970 involved the kidnapping of British diplomat James Cross and Quebec Minister Pierre Laporte by the Front de libération du Québec (FLQ)?
The October Crisis.
Which famous French sculptor created The Thinker, a bronze statue that originally was part of his larger work The Gates of Hell?
Auguste Rodin.
What do you bury alive and dig up dead?
A plant.
Which vitamin is primarily obtained from sunlight but can also be found in foods like salmon and fortified dairy products?
Vitamin D
Which American city is widely considered the birthplace of rock & roll, particularly due to the influence of the Sun Studio?
Memphis, Tennessee.
Which island country, located in the Indian Ocean, is known for its tea production and beautiful beaches?
Sri Lanka.
Which city is often referred to as the "fashion capital of the world," hosting major fashion weeks and being home to numerous iconic designers?
Paris.
Which U.S. president issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, declaring that all slaves in Confederate states were to be set free?
Abraham Lincoln.
Which famous Canadian folk artist, known for her colorful paintings of rural life, didn’t begin painting seriously until her 60s?
Maud Lewis.
What is possible to catch but impossible to throw?
A cold.
Flapper Pie
This Prairie-region dessert is made with a graham cracker crust, a creamy vanilla custard filling, and what topping?
Meringue
What musical term refers to a composition for a solo instrument, often with orchestral accompaniment, and is commonly used in classical music?
Concerto
Which country has the most time zones, spanning across 11 different time zones?
Russia.
What 1950s fashion trend featured women wearing full skirts, often accompanied by petticoats, creating a very feminine and voluminous silhouette?
Full skirts or circle skirts, popularized by Dior’s New Look and other designers.
Which political theorist is the founder of Marxism, advocating for the abolition of class distinctions and the establishment of a classless society?
Karl Marx.
Which Shakespeare play features the famous line, “To be, or not to be: that is the question”?
Hamlet
You can hold me in your hands, yet I’m as vast as the ocean.
I can tell the future but never leave the past.
I speak in whispers, yet my voice is immortal.
What am I?
A Book
Where was chocolate originally discovered and cultivated?
Mesoamerica (modern-day Mexico and Central America).
In which year was Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 (commonly known as the “Ode to Joy”) premiered?
Buffer of 25 years is acceptable
1824
Which city in Spain is famous for its annual Running of the Bulls festival?
Pamplona.
During the 1940s, what type of clothing became essential for women, reflecting the need for practicality during World War II, such as overalls and trousers?
Utility clothing, designed for practical wear during wartime, often involving simpler cuts and durable fabrics.
Which American founding father is known as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson.
Which classic French novel tells the story of Jean Valjean, a man seeking redemption while being pursued by Inspector Javert?
Les Misérables by Victor Hugo.
Two boys are born at the same time to the same mother, but they are not twins. How is this possible?
They’re triplets.
Pizza Margherita is said to be named after a queen. Which queen was it named after?
Queen Margherita of Savoy.
Which British city is known as the birthplace of The Beatles, often visited by music fans touring their famous landmarks?
Liverpool, England.
What is the name of the tallest active volcano in the world, located in Chile?
Ojos del Salado.
Which tailoring style, popularized in the 1960s, was characterized by slim-fitting suits, narrow lapels, and a clean, sharp look, influenced by London’s youth culture?
The Mod suit, also known as the skinny suit, popularized by designers like Savile Row and influenced by bands like The Beatles.
Which economist and political philosopher introduced the concept of the "invisible hand," suggesting that individuals acting in their own self-interest unintentionally contribute to the public good?
Adam Smith.
Who wrote the novel The Catcher in the Rye, which follows the story of the troubled teenage Holden Caulfield?
J.D. Salinger.