Winter Food
This fruit is associated with Halloween.
What is pumpkin? Botanically labeled as a fruit, even if they are commercially considered a vegetable.
This symbol is on the Canadian flag.
What is the maple leaf? Before the maple leaf appeared on the flag, it was featured on the British flag and the Canadian coat of arms. In 1965, the maple leaf flag in use today was approved by proclamation of Queen Elizabeth II.
A classic sandwich duo that spreads happiness between two slices of bread.
What is Peanut Butter & Jelly
Neil Armstrong took his first step onto the lunar surface.
What is before? The historic “giant leap for mankind” took place in July 1969.
This squash can be used as a healthy substitute for pasta.
What is spaghetti squash? After cooking spaghetti squash, you can use a fork to shred it into strands and then add pasta toppings.
This is the capital city of Canada
What is Ottawa? Queen Victoria chose Ottawa as Canada’s capital in 1857. It was determined to be a location that could be defended if attacked, and it was on the border between Quebec and Ontario—the two provinces making up the country at the time.
The detective and his loyal friend solve mysteries in London.
What is Sherlock Holmes & Dr. Watson
The Berlin Wall was torn down, reuniting East and West Berlin for the first time since 1945.
What is after? The wall came down in 1989, and the official reunification came in October 1990.
Sweet, warm, and often topped with marshmallows—perfect for sipping by the fire.
What is Hot Chocolate
This is Canada’s national winter sport.
What is hockey? The summer sport is lacrosse, a ball game played with a long-handled, racket-type stick on a rectangular field.
One chases, one escapes—always in a comical, chaotic chase.
Who are Tom & Jerry
Nelson Mandela released from prison
What is after? After 27 years behind bars, Nelson Mandela walked free, inspiring the world.
A creamy orange soup made from a vegetable that’s shaped like a bell and popular in winter.
What is Butternut Squash Soup
Cirque du Soleil is based in this city.
What is Montreal? The famous acrobatics troupe performs shows around the world.
This Vermont-based ice cream duo opened their first scoop shop in 1978.
Who are Ben and Jerry? The shop opened in a converted gas station and has since grown into a worldwide company.
Launch of NASA
What is before (1958)
These nuts are often sold on street corners during the holidays, and the song says to “chestnuts roast on an open fire.”
What is Roasted Chestnuts
Canada’s dish poutine is French fries with these two toppings.
What are cheese (curds) and gravy? It was created in 1950, and it’s a top treat in Canada
Star-crossed lovers whose story ends tragically in Verona.
Who are Romeo & Juliet
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The first winter Olympics
What is before? The first Winter Olympics were held in 1924 in Chamonix, France.