New Years
This well known novel was published on New Years day by an anonymous author, we now know as Mary Shelley.
Frankenstein
According to the myth, you should never do this before swimming.
Eat
What do you call a group of fish?
A school
In Western culture it is tradition to add this to your birthday cake.
Before coffee is ground, what form does it take?
Beans
I opened on this day in 1892. After that I was visited by millions from around the world, before I closed to the public 1954.
Ellis Island
A folklore legend that describes an ape-like creature that is purported to inhabit the forests of North America
Bigfoot
What kind of fish is in the animated movie Finding Nemo?
Clown Fish
Every year, Halifax does this, to show it's thanks to the city of Boston, for the aid sent following the Halifax Explosion.
We send them a Christmas tree
What is it called when coffee is mixed with hot chocolate?
Mocha
In 1934 I became a United States federal prison. Though it will be more than 60 years before Sean Connery escapes from it.
Alcatraz Island
She is said to appear in a mirror upon hearing name spoken three times.
Bloody Mary
Which zodiac sign is associated with a fish?
Pisces
This exciting, yet dangerous, tradition happens in July every year and takes place in Pamplona, Spain.
Running with the Bulls
What country is the biggest exporter of coffee?
Brazil
In 1885 this was adopted by 25 nations in hopes of benefiting local farmers and workers.
Time Zones and the concept of Standard Time
What is the 27 Club?
The 27 Club is an urban legend that popular musicians and other celebrated artists die at age 27 with statistically anomalous frequency, notably Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Mia Zapata, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, and Amy Winehouse.
From which fish would you get traditional caviar?
Sturgeon
When Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford, a prominent figure within London society complained of "having that sinking feeling" during the late afternoon, she wanted something small to satisfy her hunger, nothing too large just something to see her through until dinner time. Thus, this tradition was born.
Afternoon Tea
What coffee beverage is known for it's art?
Latte
This DID NOT happen when the clock struck midnight at the turn of the century
The world did not end
In Navajo culture, this is a type of harmful witch who has the ability to turn into, possess, or disguise themselves as an animal.
Skin Walker
In which Disney movie would hear the following lyrics?
Les poissons, les poissons
Hee hee hee, haw haw haw
With the cleaver I hack them in two
I pull out what's inside
And I serve it up fried
The Little Mermaid
In many cultures this tradition is used to pass down history and life lessons.
Story telling
From what country did the coffee bean plant originate?
Ethiopia