Armchair Traveling
Hot climate, palm trees, leis, and "aloha?"
Hawaii.
You can find the world’s largest pineapple maze on the Dole Pineapple Plantation on Oahu. It covers over three acres, and most people celebrate completing the maze with a delicious Dole Whip.
What is the only polygon with fewer than four sides?
Triangle.
The earliest mention of the triangle dates back to 300 BC.
Finish the line “April showers bring __________”: May puddles or May flowers?
May flowers.
The phrase originated in the United Kingdom, where April is especially rainy and cool.
What vegetable comes in green, red, yellow, and orange?
Peppers.
Pepper plants are widely grown in tropical areas of Central/ South America and Asia. The plants range in size from two to four feet in height.
What was the first animal to ever be cloned?
Sheep.
In 1958, British biologist John Gurdon was the first to successfully clone an animal using somatic cell nuclear transfer.
Red sand dunes and Anne of Green Gables?
Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Prince Edward Island's official mammal is the red fox.
Which type of shark has a distinct, T-shaped head?
Hammerhead shark.
The hammerhead shark uses the unique shape of its head to trap stingrays. The sharks range in size from 13–20 feet and weigh 500–1,000 pounds.
What kind of plant do giant pandas eat?
Bamboo.
Bamboo is a fast-growing plant. Some species of bamboo grow one foot per day.
What fruit is used to make different types of wine?
Grapes.
Grapevines, when left untrimmed, can grow to more than 50 feet tall. Do you remember the I Love Lucy episode where Lucy stomps grapes?
Incas, Cuzco, and Machu Picchu?
Peru.
Over 70% of the world’s alpaca population lives in Peru.
What is the name of the cranky animated duck featured in Disney classics?
Donald Duck.
The voice of Donald Duck was performed by Clarence Nash from 1934 to 1983.
What country is known for the origin of tulips?
The Netherlands.
There are 150 different species of tulips. The Netherlands is the largest commercial supplier of tulips, exporting approximately three billion flowers a year.
What berry is usually paired with shortcake?
Strawberries.
Strawberries come from a flowering plant native to the northern hemisphere. The fruit is mostly used as dessert or consumed fresh.
What city is the gambling capital of North America?
Las Vegas.
The famous Las Vegas Strip remains a top U.S. vacation spot. In recent years, the city has added more family-friendly shows and venues to attract a wider range of guests.
In one of the most popular Dr Seuss books what won't Sam-I-Am eat?
Green eggs and ham.
“Green Eggs and Ham” uses only 50 different words.
What type of plant grows in dry climates and creates a gel that helps with healing?
Aloe.
The aloe plant is native to Africa and has more than 500 varieties. Aloe is found in some cosmetics and is used to help treat burns.
What melon has green flesh?
Honeydew.
Honeydew with the white outer skin is sweeter than the melons with yellow outer skin. The state of California produces the majority of honeydew melons for the United States.
The Statue of Liberty was a gift to the United States from what country?
France.
Originally constructed in France, the statue was disassembled into 350 pieces and crated up to make the journey to America.
Which American president is known for the saying, “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself?”
Franklin D. Roosevelt.
In 1910, Roosevelt became the first sitting president to fly in an airplane.
Which herb is commonly used in cooking?
Basil.
Basil is part of the mint family, and its fresh or dry leaves can be used to prepare food.
What vegetable has florets and stalks?
Broccoli.
Broccoli is a part of the cabbage family. Brussels sprouts, kale, and cauliflower are also classified as cabbages.
Which country is made up of 7,000 islands?
Philippines.
The Philippine Archipelago comprises about 7,641 islands clustered into three major island groups: Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao.
The unicorn is the national animal of which country?
Scotland.
Scotland's deep connections with the unicorn stem from its Celtic culture. Celtic mythology believed unicorns to represent innocence and purity whilst also being associated with chivalry, pride and boldness.
What is the national flower of Japan?
Cherry Blossom.
Cherry blossom petals are edible. They are used in a lot of Japanese teas and sweets. They taste fruity and sweet, sometimes sour, almost like a real cherry.
Which fruit bounces like a ball when ripe?
Cranberries.
When ripe, cranberries have tiny air pockets inside, which allow them to bounce. The higher a cranberry bounces, the better the cranberry.