Winter
Expressions
Expressions
You’re on thin __________.
ice
What sweet, hot drink is a wintertime favorite for children and adults alike?
Hot Chocolate
Los Posadas, which begins on December 16, is one of the most beloved Christmas traditions of this country.
Mexico
What do certain animals do in the winter that involves a whole lot of sleep?
Hibernate
How many sides does a snowflake have?
6
What winter activity involves hitting people with cold, white spheres?
Snowball Fights
These terms are associated with what winter sport?
Toe Loop, Lutz, Axel
Figure Skating
What is the name of the Grinch’s dog?
Max
In the __________ of winter.
dead
What is the main ingredient in tamales?
Masa Harina - a dough made from nixtamalized corn
DAILY SPECIAL: Hanukkah begins on what day in 2024? (earn double the points for the correct answer)
December 25
True or False: Penguins only live in the southern hemisphere.
True
DAILY SPECIAL: At what temperature does water freeze in both celsius and fahrenheit? (200 points for each correct answer)
0 celsius and 32 fahrenheit
In what country was snowboarding invented?
United States - in the 1960s by American engineer Sherman Poppen
Name an Olympic sport that involves a sled, high speeds, and a track on a mountain.
Luge or Bobsledding
Which side of a building forms the most icicles - North, South, East, or West?
South
That’s just the tip of the __________.
iceberg
What holiday baked treat has a long shelf life yet a poor reputation in America?
Fruit Cake
In what year was Kwanzaa established (plus or minus 10 years will be accepted)?
1966
(1956-1976 will be accepted)
This sly and clever animal's fur turns from brown to white in the winter.
Arctic Fox
The coldest temperature ever recorded in the mainland United States (excluding Alaska and Hawaii) was -70°F. What is the name of this state?
Montana on January 20, 1954
DAILY SPECIAL: What are the names of the reindeer and snowman featured in the movie Frozen?
(300 points for each correct answer)
Sven & Olaf
DAILY SPECIAL: Which city hosted the 2022 Winter Olympics and which city will host the 2026 Winter Olympics? (300 points for each correct answer)
Beijing in 2022
Milan in 2026
In the movie Home Alone, the McCallister family travels from their home in Illinois to this popular destination for their Christmas vacation.
Paris
I slept so well last night, I was out __________.
cold
In the movie The Christmas Story, what brand of chocolatey drink contained the decoded message from Little Orphan Annie?
Ovaltine
2024 Chinese New Year is the Year of the ________.
Dragon
What color is a polar bear's skin?
Black
Alaska has the most snow annually. What U.S. State has the second highest snowfall?
New Hampshire
DAILY SPECIAL: Which two breeds of dogs are most commonly used in dog sledding? (400 points for each correct answer)
Huskies & Malamutes
What do the five rings on the Olympic flag represent?
The continents of the world that participate in the games: Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania.
DAILY SPECIAL: Which southern US state popularized Turducken, the hybrid three-bird-roast? (earn double the points for the correct answer)
Louisiana
I’m no good at meeting new people, I can never seem to __________.
break the ice
According to the song, "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree," what kind of pie will we have later?
Pumpkin
The Christmas tree tradition is believed to have originated in this country.
Germany
Which endangered feline species is found in the snowy mountains of Nepal?
Snow Leopard
What country holds the honor of having the snowiest city in the world?
Japan
Aomori City
This northern state has the most ski resorts.
New York
What is the name of the dogsled race that goes from Anchorage to Nome in early March?
The Iditarod
In the movie Elf, what was the first rule of the code of elves?
Treat every day like Christmas
Not in a snowball's __________.
chance in hell
DAILY SPECIAL: In which country is it traditional to eat KFC for Christmas dinner? (earn double the points for the correct answer)
Japan
This British tradition occurs on December 26th and dates back to the Victorian era.
Boxing Day
True or False: Honey bees hibernate during the winter.
False: bees don't hibernate. Honeybees cluster to stay warm and eat their honey reserves.
How many times has snow been reported in Miami, Florida?
(a) 0 (b) 1 (c) 2 (d) 3
(b) 1 time in January 1977
In ice fishing, the ice should be at least this thick.
4 inches
What country has won the most gold medals during all the Winter Olympics combined?
Norway
Chionophobia is the extreme fear of what?
snow
To not talk to someone is to give them the __________.
cold shoulder
Candy canes were invented in what year (plus or minus 50 years will be accepted)?
1670 (1620-1720 will be accepted)
This holiday, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most popular festivals in India.
Diwali
What animal is considered the Unicorn of the Sea?
Narwhal
Sunsets are more dramatic during the winter due to the lack of what?
Humidity. The moisture-free air allows the sun to shine more vividly.
Which winter activity burns the most calories per hour?
Cross Country Skiing
In what country did the sport of Curling originate?
Scotland
DAILY SPECIAL: What are the names of Ralphie's two friends in the movie The Christmas Story? (700 for each correct answer)
Flick and Schwartz