Winter Expressions
You’re on thin __________.
Ice
What is it called when an animal sleeps all winter long and wakes up in the spring?
Hibernate
This hot drink, made from milk or water, chocolate, and sometimes topped with whipped cream or marshmallows, is a winter staple.
Hot Chocolate
This icy form of precipitation falls when water vapor freezes directly into ice crystals.
1. Frezzing rain
2. Snow
Snow
This sport takes place on ice and you wear special shoes with blades on them.
Skating
She isn't feeling great, she is under the _______.
Weather
What animal looks like it is wearing a tuxedo?
Penguin
This type of traditional cake is usually filled with many yummy dried ingredients and is quite colourful.
Fruit cake
This severe winter storm is characterized by heavy snowfall, strong winds, and low visibility lasting for at least three hours.
1. Blizzard
2. Snow Squalls
Blizzard
This sport requires a mountain, poles and a chairlift.
Skiing
Before you ___________ it can be awkward when you first meet someone.
Break the ice
This Arctic animal is known for its thick white fur and ability to swim in freezing waters.
Polar Bear
Where does fondue originate from?
1. France
2. Switzerland
Switzerland
When is it technically the first day of Winter?
December 1st
December 21st
December 21st
This activity involves catching fish through holes drilled in frozen lakes or ponds.
Ice fishing
I slept so well last night, I was out __________.
Cold
Known for its antlers, this winter animal is often associated with pulling Santa's sleigh
Reindeer
Where is Panetonne eaten around Christmas and New Year’s?
1. Spain
2. Italy
Italy
A dangerous condition when skin, especially hands and feet, gets so cold it could be damaged.
1.Frostbite
2.Hypothermia
Frostbite
You put these on your feet to help you walk on snow.
1. Boots
2. Snowshoes
Snowshoeing
To not talk to someone is to "give them the _______"
Cold shoulder
These howling animals, adapted to cold climates, live and hunt in packs during winter.
Wolves
This winter meal is filled with hearty treats and often meats, cover it with a pastry and you're good to go!
1. Shepard's Pie
2. Chicken pot pie
Chicken Pot Pie
This dangerous winter condition occurs when rain freezes on contact with cold surfaces, forming a clear, slick layer.
1. Snow
2. Freezing Rain
Freezing rain
This activity is played on ice using brooms to sweep and guide a heavy stone toward a target.
Curling