Winter Comfort Treats
Up in the Air
January Babies
Veggies
Fruits
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Cocoa powder, milk, marshmallows, and sweetener combine for this favourite winter beverage.
What is hot chocolate?
Though the drink is thousands of years old, it was popularized in the early 1800s by a Dutch chemist (Coenraad J. Van Houten). He invented cocoa powder, and that led to its widespread popularity.
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During photosynthesis, plants take in carbon dioxide and exhale this gas.
What is oxygen?
Plants make their food from the carbon dioxide they take in during photosynthesis, and they release oxygen as a byproduct.
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The “Great One” of ice hockey players, he was born in Brantford, Ontario, on January 26, 1961.
Who is Wayne Gretzky?
Wayne Gretzky is the NHL's all-time leading scorer with 2,857 career points (goals plus assists).
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This is the key vegetable in coleslaw.
What is cabbage?
Cabbage is the main ingredient in traditional coleslaw, usually shredded and mixed with dressing.
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Two fruits go into the making of a piña colada: coconut and this (the piña part).
What is pineapple?
Pineapple gets its name from its resemblance to a pine cone and the apple-like sweetness of its flavour.
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This warm dessert is made from rice, milk, butter, and seasonings and spices.
What is rice pudding?
Historians believe rice pudding originated in India or China and then was brought to Europe sometime before the 1800s. It can be eaten as a dessert, a side dish, or a breakfast food.
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This four-letter word means “polluted air that hovers in the lower atmosphere over a community.”
What is smog?
The word combines parts of smoke and fog. Car exhaust and industrial waste contribute to smog.
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Born January 11, 1815, Sir John A. Macdonald was the first this of Canada.
What is Prime Minister?
He became Canada's first Prime Minister on July 1, 1867, the day of Confederation. He served two non-consecutive terms and played a leading role in creating the Dominion of Canada and overseeing the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway.
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This vegetable looks like a carrot with the colour drained out.
What is a parsnip?
It has a sweet, nutty flavour and is often roasted, mashed, or added to soups and stews.
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This is the most important fruit export of Costa Rica and Honduras.
What are bananas?
Banana is a major export crop in many Central American countries.
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This decadent treat is a cross between a brownie and a pudding with a molten middle.
What is a lava cake?
When baked briefly at high heat, the top and bottom are crunchy, and the inside becomes progressively softer until you hit the molten center.
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This gaseous substance sends a birthday balloon into the sky.
What is helium?
Helium is lighter than air and when inhaled, it changes the sound of your voice.
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January 18, 1950, was a Grand Prix year for this sport because Gilles Villeneuve was born.
What is car racing/auto racing?
Although he won six Formula One Grands Prix, he became famous for his fearless driving style. The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, home of the Canadian Grand Prix, is named in his honour.
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This crunchy item, often found in Chinese stir fry, is not a “nut” but a marsh vegetable.
What is a water chestnut?
It is the edible corm of an aquatic plant that grows in marshes. It stays crisp even after cooking, which makes it popular in stir-fries and Asian cuisine.
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Thirty-two percent of the world’s supply of this fruit is grown in Mexico; ounce for ounce it contains more potassium than any other fruit, including the banana.
What is an avocado?
Mexico is the world’s largest producer of avocados, and the fruit is especially valued for its healthy fats, fibre, and nutrients.
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A popular hot, mulled drink is made with the juice of this fruit, with oranges and cranberries as optional additions.
What is apple (cider)?
Hot mulled cider is made with apple cider and mulling spices, which can include cinnamon, or allspice.
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During the mid-1970s, the public learned about this five-letter word beginning with an O, which is a protective layer in the atmosphere.
What is ozone?
Scientists told us a hole had formed in the ozone layer, now known as ozone depletion. The ozone layer in the upper atmosphere absorbs much of the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, helping protect life on Earth.
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Politician and previous leader of the New Democratic Party, he was born on January 2, 1979.
Who is Jagmeet Singh?
He served as leader of Canada's New Democratic Party (NDP) from 2017 to 2025, becoming the first person from a visible minority group to lead a major federal political party in Canada.
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Hominy is a food produced from this vegetable.
What is corn?
Corn is one of the world’s most widely grown crops and is used for much more than food, including animal feed, corn oil, and products such as corn starch and biofuels.
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This juicy summer fruit is about 92% water and is often enjoyed chilled on hot days, with varieties ranging from seedless to those with black seeds.
What is watermelon?
Watermelon originated in Africa and has been cultivated for thousands of years. It is also a source of vitamins A and C.
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Baked goods, including houses, cookies, cakes, and more, scream winter when they contain this warming spice.
What is ginger?
Ginger has been used for thousands of years in cooking and traditional medicine. It is the key flavour in winter favourites like gingerbread houses and gingerbread cookies.
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These are the two most abundant elements in air.
What are nitrogen and oxygen?
Nitrogen makes up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere, while oxygen accounts for about 21%.
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Sarah McLachlan, born January 28, 1968, is famous for her career as this.
What is a singer-songwriter?
Sarah McLachlan founded the Lilith Fair music festival in 1997, showcasing female artists and helping raise millions of dollars for charitable causes.
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This is the key vegetable used to make falafel or hummus.
What are chickpeas/Garbanzo beans?
They are the main ingredient in traditional hummus and are commonly ground with herbs and spices to make falafel.
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This fruit originates from peach seeds, and occasionally a peach will grow from its seeds.
What is a nectarine?
Nectarine is a type of peach with a smooth skin caused by a natural genetic variation. Nectarines and peaches can grow on the same tree if a branch produces a different mutation.