Winter Fill in the Blank
You’re on thin __________.
Ice.
What sweet drink is a wintertime favorite for children and adults alike?
Hot chocolate
What form of precipitation consists of ice pellets, often mixed with rain or snow?
Sleet
What winter activity involves hitting people with cold, white spheres?
Snowball fight
What sport includes jumps called a lutz, axel, and dance moves on ice?
Figure skating
In the __________ of winter.
Dead.
What popular winter drink is made with egg, milk, and a lot of sugar?
Egg nog
How many sides does a snowflake have?
6.
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
That’s just the tip of the __________.
Iceberg.
What is a popular German warm spiced wine often enjoyed during the winter months?
Mulled wine (glühwein)
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
Where are the next Winter Olympics being held?
Italy
I slept so well last night, I was out __________.
Cold.
What classic candy has been around more than 300 years?
A candy cane
What is a chinhook?
A type of winter wind
Dogs are essential for what winter sport?
Dog sledding
When were the first Winter Olympics?
1924
I’m no good at meeting new people, I can never seem to __________.
Break the ice.
This non-alcoholic drink, made from crushed apples, is often served warm and spiced with cinnamon during the winter season. What is it called?
Spiced Apple Cider
What does snow blindness mean?
You become temporarily blind due to overexposure to UV light that reflects off of the snow
What winter activity is also the most efficient way to traverse deep snow over long distances?
Snow shoeing
Which country hosted the first Winter Olympics?
France