What does SPF stand for?
Sun Protection Factor
When is fall in the Southern Hemisphere?
March, April and May
What year was the first Winter Olympics held?
1924
Which bird is known for its ability to turn its head more than 180° in either direction?
An Owl
How many days were in summer this year (2024)?
94 days were in summer.
What is the natural color of leaves?
Yellow and orange. The green is produced thanks to chlorophyll.
How many sides does a snow flake have?
6
What is the world's smallest bird?
A Hummingbird
How many zodiac signs occur during summer?
BP for any ones you can name
3
Cancer, Leo and Virgo
Which of the following squashes is known for its deep green colour?
Pattypan Squash
Sweet Dumpling Squash
Kabocha Squash
Kabocha Squash
What is the sport called that contains shooting and skiing?
Biathlon
What bird lays its eggs in other birds’ nests, tricking them into caring for its young?
A cuckoo
What is the birthstone for January?
Garnet
What was Autumn originally called?
Harvest
What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by snow either permanently or temporarily?
23 Percent
What is an epiphyte?
A plant that grows on another plant.
In what year were the first modern Summer Olympic games held?
1896
What is the official word for the sound of leaves and trees rustling in the wind?
Psithurism
What is the name of the sledding sport that requires riders to travel headfirst with their faces just inches above the icy course?
Skeleton Sledding
What was the first day of spring in the northern hemisphere?
March 20th