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How many pennies were made in 2024?

more than 3 billion

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Where did scientists travel to collect the ice?

Antarctica

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What is the name and title of the expert who was interviewed regarding getting to sleep?

Michael G. Wetter, director of psychology at UCLA medical center

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What award was given to basketball player A'ja Wilson?

She was named Time's Athlete of the Year.

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Who are Time's 2025 People of the Year?

This year, it is the group of people who created Artificial Intelligence.

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How has the penny changed through the years?  Name 2 changes.

It used to be larger and made of pure copper.  Today, they are smaller and made of zinc with an outer copper layer.

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How far did the scientists drill down into the earth  to retrieve their cylinder of ice?

about 2 miles

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It is suggested to keep a message by your bed.  What kind of message should it be?

calming

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What is a "field camp" ?

A base where scientific research can be conducted

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Whcih city and country has a 3 mile cable car route for people to commute to work and school?

Paris, France

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How much money did Donald Trump say it costed us to produce 1 penny?

2 cents

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What is inside the air bubbles of the ice core?

direct samples from air of the past

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If you have trouble sleeping, it is suggested to  make two lists.  What should be on these lists?

List 1=Everything you're worried about that is within your control.

List 2= Things you're worried about but can't do anything about. 

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What does "He's penny-wise, pound-foolish" mean?

He's careful with small amounts, but not large ones.

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What is special about the penny that Brandon Beach, the US treasurer is holding?

It is the last penny minted in the US on November 12, 2025

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What year did Canada  stop making the penny?

2012

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How old is the ice at the bottom of the cylinder?

About 1.2 million years old

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It is suggested to use your senses.  What are two specific sensory things you can do to help you sleep?

1.  Keep a smooth stone by your bed and hold it if you feel anxious.

2. Sip cold water

3. Listen to soft music

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Why did they choose to build a cable car instead of  a subway  or train route in Paris?

It was cheaper.

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Which animal of the Chinese Zodiac will be celebrated this upcoming Lunar New Year, starting February 17.

the horse, specifically The Fire Horse

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The government will continue to produce special versions of the penny in limited quantities.  Why

These will be intended for collectors and historical purposes.

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How will Moser uncover the secrets in the ice?

She will melt the different segments and study them.

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What does Wetter suggest you can do to distract your mind with mental excercise.  

Imagine every detail from a beloved TV show, movie, or book.

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If you have a question that you'd like to submit to Time for Kids to have Angela answer, what should you do?

Send the question to the email:

tfkeditors@time.com

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What does an omega symbol stamped on a Penny mean?

It is one of the last pennies minted.  (They currently are worth from 1 million to 5 million dollars.)

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