All About Harry Potter
July 31st is a special day in Harry Potter land. Not only is it the birthday of the author, J.K.Rowling, but it is the birthday of this character.
Who is Harry Potter?
In the Harry Potter Exhibit, there is a replica of this castle.
What is Hogwarts?
"They melt in your mouth, not in your hand" was the original slogan of this package of candy coated chocolates.
What are M & M's
This fast food chain's signature burger is the "The Whopper"
What is Burger King?
Based on the only picture of myself in the classroom, one of my hobbies must be this.
What is fishing?
Rowling invented this game while sitting in a pub after a big argument with her boyfriend.
There is an area called, "Springfield" which is dedicated to this Television show.
What is the Simpsons?
Among the many candies made by this company are Krunch Bars, Kisses, and Twizzlers.
What is Hershey?
This is the most popular topping for hot dogs.
What is Mustard?
Obviously, this is my favorite game show.
What is Jeopardy?
While Daniel Radcliffe's eyes are blue, according to the story, Harry's eyes should have been this color.
What is green?
The most expensive theme park ride of all time was based on this dinosaur movie.
What is Jurassic Park?
Originally called, "Fairy Floss" these puffs of pure sugar were actually invented by a dentist.
What is cotton candy?
According to one American meat trade association, it is tacky for anyone over 18 years old to top their hot dog with this?
What is ketchup?
My favorite pizza is square because they don't cut corners.
What is Ledos?
These props could not be bought at your neighborhood Walmart, they had to be designed and built out of aircraft-grade titanium.
What are their broomsticks?
Steven Spielburg named the mechanical shark from Jaws this. It was the first name of his lawyer.
What is Bruce?
A commercial asks how many licks it takes to get to the bottom of one of these. Apparently the average is 198.
What are Tootsie Pops?
This hot dog manufacturing company is the official sponsor of the Coney Island, Fourth of July, Great American Hot Dog Eating Competition.
What is Nathans?
My favorite ice cream dessert features three scoops and also one of my favorite fruits.
What is a Banana Split?
During filming, the actors were not allowed to play any contact sports in their free time. So many of them learned to play this slower-paced, safer sport.
What is golf?
Tour guides are forbidden from pointing out famous actresses if they are not wearing this.
What is their make-up?
The name of these strange little candies comes from the German word "Pfesserminz" which means peppermint. They were first created to help people stop smoking.
What a PEZ?
While the origins of the hamburger can be traced to Hamburg, Germany; the origins of the hot dog are a bit more confusing. However, many people say the first true hot dogs were created in this German city.
What is Frankfurt?
Although I have spent most of my career at Mayfield Woods, I have also worked at these middle schools. (Name one)
What are Wilde Lake, Potapsco, and Elkridge Landing?