FAMILY DAY
This was the first Canadian province to celebrate Family Day
What is Alberta?
What does "made in the shade" mean?
made in the shade meant things are going well for you and you don't have a care in the world.
Don't take any wooden nickels
A humorous farewell that meant “be careful” or “watch out for trickery.”
"Don't throw the baby out with the bath water"
This vivid metaphor warns against accidentally discarding something valuable while trying to get rid of something unwanted.
this used to be called "billfold"
The traditional word for a wallet.
This is the year that Ontario celebrated it's first Family Day
What is 2008?
What does the 1950s slang term "ankle biters" refer to?
A small child
“You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink.”
You can provide someone with an opportunity or the means to do something, but you cannot force them to take advantage of it.
"Let sleeping dogs lie"
This classic bit of advice means it’s best not to stir up old conflicts or bring up past issues.
this used to be called "galoshes"
Waterproof overshoes, now more commonly called rain boots.
The number of countries around the world which celebrate 'Family Day'
What is 6? (Australia, Canada, South Africa, USA, Vanautu, Vietnam)
What does the 1950s slang term "bird dog" refer to?
Someone who tries to steal your girlfriend
“Don’t buy a pig in a poke.”
Don’t purchase something without first inspecting it or knowing its true nature.
“You’ll catch more flies with honey than vinegar.”
Being kind and polite is more effective in getting what you want than being harsh or rude
this used to be called "parlor"
What we now refer to as the living room.
Family day is called what in Manitoba?
Louis Riel Day
If someone calls a man a "Dream boat", what are they saying?
That he is cute or handsome
“If you lie down with dogs, you get fleas.”
You should be careful about the company you keep, as associating with people of bad character or habits can lead to acquiring their undesirable traits or problems.
“I love you a bushel, a peck, and a hug around the neck.”
A playful expression of deep affection.
this used to be called "bureau"
An older name for a dresser or chest of drawers.
What year was family day first celebrated in Canada?
1990
What does "Go to the mattresses" mean
To prepare for all-out war or a major fight (mafia slang).
"Whistle past the graveyard"
to ignore something and pretend that it is not happening or will not happen, especially something unpleasant that you do not want to think about
“You look about as happy as a tick on a fat dog.”
A sarcastic or ironic expression. It means the opposite of what it says. you don’t look happy at all.
This used to be called "pocketbook"
A classic term for a purse or handbag.