Winter Expressions
You’re on thin __________.
ice
What sweet, hot drink is a wintertime favorite for children and adults alike?
hot chocolate
What holiday takes place on February 2nd?
Groundhog Day
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.
What sport includes jumps called a lutz, axel, and dance moves on ice?
Figure Skating
Damage to body tissue caused by tissue being frozen is called ________.
frostbite
In the __________ of winter.
dead
What popular winter drink is made with egg, milk, and a lot of sugar?
eggnog
In what month does winter end in the Northern Hemisphere?
March
What dapper animal looks like it is wearing a tuxedo or suit?
A Penguin
Rain or drizzle falls onto sub-zero surfaces and freezes on contact, forming a layer of ice, is called what?
freezing rain
This winter activity involves sliding on the ice wearing special shoes that have blades.
Ice skating.
Name an Olympic sport that involves a sled, high speeds and a track on a mountain.
Luge or bobsledding.
Deciduous trees shed what in preparation for winter?
leaves
That’s just the tip of the __________.
iceberg
"Run, run, as fast as you can! You can't catch me - I'm the _______ man!"
gingerbread
What winter holiday celebrates love?
Valentine's Day
What happens to an arctic fox's fur in winter?
It turns white.
What temperature measurement is based on the rate of heat loss from exposed skin caused by wind and cold?
Wind chill.
What do you create when you lay on a snowy surface and flap your arms?
A snow angel.
Which city hosted the 2022 Winter Olympics? Hint: It is in Asia.
Beijing, China
Which side of a building forms the most icicles?
The South side.
I slept so well last night, I was out __________.
cold
What is the most popular tree to collect syrup from?
Maple
In what month does winter begin in the Southern Hemisphere?
June
What color is a polar bear's skin?
Black
What is the name of a type of warm wind that is common in Western North America?
Chinook
Huskies or Malamutes are essential for what winter sport?
Dog sledding.
In which month is the Super Bowl held?
February
Which snow monster is supposed to make its home in the Himalayas?
The Yeti or Abominable Snowman
I’m no good at meeting new people, I can never seem to __________.
break the ice
A traditionally red and white striped candy with peppermint flavoring.
candy cane
What day does winter officially start in the Northern Hemisphere?
December 21st, Winter Solstice.
Which endangered feline species is found in the mountains of Nepal?
Snow Leopard
What is it called when you cannot see because of the UV light bouncing off of the snow?
What winter activity is also the most efficient way to walk over deep snow long distances?
Snowshoeing
Which Scandinavian country has won the most gold medals during all the Winter Olympics combined?
Norway
90 to 95% of fresh snow is composed of what element?
air
To not talk to someone is to give them the __________.
cold shoulder
What baked treat is loved for its long shelf life? Hint: It is dense, sweet, and old-fashioned.
fruitcake
The Winter Solstice is the _________ day of the year.
shortest
Where do slugs go during the winter when the temperature goes below freezing?
Underground
What kind of storm has winds at least 35 mph, which last at least 3 hours, along with snow?
blizzard
What winter sport has a broom as a piece of equipment?
Curling
Name the dog sled race that is held each March in Alaska.
The Iditarod
Chionophobia is the extreme fear of what?
snow