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What does the expression "walking on thin ice" mean?
Being in a risky or dangerous situation; getting close to being in trouble.
200
Which spice is most commonly associated with gingerbread?
Ginger
200
During a leap year, what day is Christmas celebrated on?
December 25th
200
Which species of animal is most famous for hibernating during the winter months?
Bears
200
Frozen but fluffy water falling from the sky is known as...
Snow
200
In the 90s, it was commonly portrayed that metal trashcan lids were used for this common winter activity.
Sledding/ Tobogganing
200
Which sport is Canada's national winter sport?
Ice Hockey
200
Which non-religious symbol is the most common Christmas tree topper in the world?
Star
250
What does it mean to have "a snowball’s chance in (heck)"?
Having little to no chance of success.
250
Which drink is made by mixing the product of cacao pods with dairy and heating it?
Hot chocolate
250
What day is New Year's Eve?
December 31st
250
Which animal species is most well known for migrating (South) during the winter?
Birds
250
What is the term for a strong and windy snowstorm?
Blizzard
250
A "triple axel" is a movement you might see in which winter activity - which is also a sport?
Figure Skating
250
Which Olympic sport involves a single athlete going down a track on their stomach, face first, reaching speeds up to 150km/h?
Skeleton
250
Which rhyming Christmas staple first came out in 2005, and involves the nightly movement of a mischievous North-Pole resident?
Elf on the Shelf
300
What is meant by the phrase "the tip of the iceberg"?
Only a small part of a much larger problem or situation.
300
Which nut is traditionally roasted during the winter season?
Chestnuts.
300
What is the first day of winter called?
The Winter Solstice
300
Which seasonally named bird is commonly associated with Harry Potter?
Snowy Owl
300
When morning dew freezes, it is referred to as...
Frost
300
Which two adjectives most accurately described the soul of a particularly famous snowman which was created by children in a famous winter story/ carol?
Jolly and Happy
300
Shaun White is the best to ever participate in which sport?
Snowboarding (half-pipe, specifically)
300
What potential energy source is found on traditional snowmen, as well as in some stockings?
Coal
350
What does the bolded phrase mean in the following exchange?
"Did you get the reports done, Alan?"
"Not yet, sorry. The boss has me so snowed under, I'm behind on just about everything."
Being overwhelmed with work; having too much to do and not enough time to do it.
350
What common sweet pairing is often associated with the holidays; a product of which is famously produced by "Terry", in which the process of eating it begins by slamming it on a surface?
Chocolate and Orange (Terry's Chocolate Orange)
350
What day, which (sometimes) involves a shadow, is celebrated on February 2nd?
Groundhog Day
350
Which (non-feline) animal has white fur that allows it to blend into the snow to hunt prey?
The Arctic Fox
350
Wind chill is reported on weather apps and is measured by the wind chill _____.
Index
350
Which method of winter traversal involves strapping what look like tennis rackets to your feet?
Snowshoeing
350
Which skiing sport involves going over hills repeatedly?
Moguls
350
Before Rudolph came along, which reindeer lead Santa's sleigh?
Dasher and Dancer
400
In a social context, what does it mean to "freeze out" someone?
To intentionally exclude someone from a group or activity.
400
What is the name of the drink that combines wine with spices, heated and served warm?
Mulled wine
400
Which week-long winter Holiday runs from December 26th to January 1st?
Kwanzaa
400
Which elevated sense allows the Arctic Fox to hunt prey underneath the snow?
Hearing - it allows them to hear prey under the compacted snow.
400
Snowflakes are so unique they are often compared to what on the human body?
Fingerprints
400
Musher, wheel, sled, team, swing and lead are positions in which form of wintertime traversal?
Dog sledding
400
"Blades of Glory" is a 2007 comedy film starring Jon Heder and Will Farrell, in which the pair portray rival athletes in which sport?
Figure Skating
400
Artificial snow is commonly used on ski resorts or for sporting events. For what purpose was the first artificial snow machine invented?
Filmmaking
450
Where does the term "breaking the ice" originate from?
Ships breaking ice to clear a path to begin or continue their voyage.
450
In addition to turkey, what is the traditional Christmas meat of choice in Australia?
Seafood
450
Eros is an ancient Greek God whose modern portrayal has become the mascot of which Winter Holiday?
Valentine's Day (Eros = Cupid)
450
Which winter mammal is known for hopping around on its "shoes"?
Snowshoe Hare
450
What is the difference between sleet and freezing rain?
Sleet is frozen raindrops (frozen in the air, similar to hail); freezing rain is liquid rain that freezes on contact with a surface.
450
The first recorded happening of this winter activity occurred in 1770 during the American Revolution; it involved colonists and a British sentry.
Snowball Fight
450
Bonspiel, button, blank end and house are just some of the terms terms used in which popular winter sport?
Curling
450
What purpose do snow fences have at the edge of some large properties, like farms?
To reduce snowdrifts (wind blowing fallen snow) on roads and structures.
500
Which phrase, popularized by the hit show Game of Thrones, was the slogan of the Stark family and was on the show's merchandise for the show's entire run?
Winter is Coming.
500
Traditional candy canes are peppermint flavor, and are swirls of red and white. They are shaped in a "J", but where was this shape (allegedly) derived from?
The shape of a sheperd's staff.
500
Which traditionally Germanic ancient festival coincides with the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?
Yule Festival
500
Which common target of ice fisherman remains active under frozen lakes during the winter?
Trout
500
Snowblindness is when the snow on the ground reflects sunlight - what percentage of UV rays are reflected in the snow?
80%
500
The invention of this winter time-saver ocurred in 1925 in Quebec; sales bring in upwards of $500 million in North America every year.
Snow Blower
500
Which country hosted the first ever Winter Olympics in 1924?
France
500
We know snowglobes as cute winter decor - but their original usage was as a what?
Paperweight