The Land of Enchantment
This state has the nickname of "The Land of Enchantment"
What is New Mexico?
In 1935, New Mexico’s Tourist Bureau described the state as “the Land of Enchantment” in one of its brochures in an effort to attract visitors to the area. In 1941, the legend was added to license plates and came into common usage soon thereafter.
H2O is more commonly known as this
What is water?
It is the only substance that naturally exists as a solid, liquid, and gas on Earth.
Around St. Patrick's day you might see someone wearing a shirt that says "kiss me I'm _____"
What is Irish?
Ireland has the highest percentage of red-haired people in the world, at roughly 10% of the population.
This singer, known as the “King of Pop,” released the album Thriller in 1982.
Who is Michael Jackson?
He is widely considered the most successful entertainer of all time, with 13 Grammy Awards, 26 American Music Awards, and 39 Guinness World Records, 40 Billboard Music Awards and dual inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
This weather phonemeon is closely related with thunder
What is Lightening?
The rapid heating and expansion of air surrounding the lightning bolt creates the sound of thunder.
April 30, 1789 - He became the first U.S. President as he was administered the oath of office on the balcony of Federal Hall at the corner of Wall and Broad Streets in New York City.
Who is George Washington?
Washington is the only president to be inaugurated in two cities—New York (first term) and Philadelphia (second term).
This is the capital city of New Mexico
What is Sante Fe?
At 7,000 feet above sea level, it is the highest elevation capital city in the United States.
Sodium Chloride is also known as this, a staple of dinner tables.
What is salt?
While essential, only a small percentage of global salt production is used for human consumption, with massive amounts used in chemical manufacturing and industrial processes
What a wrecking ball might do to a building
What is Demolish?
Classic wrecking balls weigh anywhere from 1,000 to 12,000 pounds.
This desert, the largest hot desert in the world, spans much of North Africa.
What is the Sahara?
Covering nearly 8% of Earth's total land area, the Sahara is roughly the size of the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.
Each state has two of these politicians in Washington DC representing their state
What are Senators?
April 6, 1896 - After a break of 1500 years, the first Olympics of the modern era was held in this country
What is Greece?
First-place finishers received a silver medal, and an olive branch, while runners-up received copper medals.
This city, the most populous city in New Mexico, is home to the International Balloon Fiesta, the largest annual gathering of hot air balloons in the world.
What is Albuquerque?
Originating in 1972 with only 13 balloons, The International Balloon Fiesta now sees nearly 1 million visitors annually and featuring around 500-600 balloons over nine days in October.
Before it was widely used in dentistry, nitrous oxide, also known by this humorous name, was used recreationally
What is laughing gas?
English scientist Joseph Priestley first isolated the gas in 1772. In the early 1800s, people held "laughing gas parties" where people would inhale it for entertainment, as it causes a sense of euphoria, giddiness, and uncontrollable laughter.
As a verb, it means to savor or to enjoy greatly. As a noun, it's a popular hot dog topping.
What is Relish?
The term relish comes from the Old French word reles, meaning "something remaining" or leftover, because it was often made from surplus fruits and vegetables.
This U.S. state is home to the city of Mount Rushmore.
What is South Dakota?
Each president's head is about 60 feet tall (similar to a six-story building), with 21-foot-long noses and 11-foot-wide eyes.
Species of this fish include Great White, Hammerhead and Tigers
What are Sharks?
There are over 500 shark species, and most are less than 3 feet long.
April 4, 1949 - This international Treaty Organization was founded to provide collective defense against threats, primarily from the Soviet Union
What is NATO?
Founded by 12 nations, it has grown to 32, with Sweden and Finland being the latest to join in 2024.
This New Mexico town was the location a mysterious “incident” involving an alleged UFO crash in 1947.
What is Roswell?
On July 8, 1947, the Roswell Daily Record headline announced the army captured a "flying saucer" on a ranch, though officials quickly claimed it was a weather balloon.
Tetanus is also known as this because of what it does to muscles around the mouth
What is Lockjaw?
While associated with rusty nails, tetanus spores can enter through any break in the skin, including splinters, burns, bug bites, or even non-sterile piercings.
Primarily residing in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana, people of this religious group are known for living simply, without the aid of modern technology.
What are Amish?
Teenagers participate in "Rumspringa" (running around), a time to experience the outside world before deciding to get baptized and join the church permanently, which most choose to do.
This novel by George Orwell depicts a dystopian society under constant surveillance by “Big Brother.”
What is 1984?
Originally titled The Last Man in Europe, the book was finished while Orwell was bedridden with tuberculosis, and he died just seven months after its publication.
Skiers and Snowboarders have to watch out for these rapid, sudden flows of a large mass of snow, ice, dirt, or rock down a mountainside.
What is an Avalanche?
The risk for avalanches is highest during or within 24 hours after a heavy snowfall (12+ inches).
April 30, 1967 - This boxer was stripped of his world heavyweight boxing championship after refusing to be inducted into the American military during the Vietnam War.
Who is Muhammed Ali?
The ban occurred when Ali was 25, stopping him from competing between ages 25 and 28, the absolute peak of a heavyweight boxer's career.
On July 16, 1945, the first successful test of this weapon occurred in the New Mexico desert, roughly 210 miles south of Los Alamos
What is the atomic bomb?
The explosion was felt 160 miles away and broke windows 120 miles away. The intense heat instantly vaporized the 100-foot steel tower and melted the desert floor into a radioactive green glass, later named "trinitite".
Dry ice is what we commonly call the solid form of this gas
What is carbon dioxide?
It is called "dry" because it sublimes, changing directly from a solid to a gas without melting into a liquid.
This is a senior, ordained member of the Christian clergy who oversees a diocese, or a chess piece that can only move diagonally
What is a bishop?
The chess piece "bishop" is named because its shape resembles a bishop’s mitre (pointed hat)
This arcade game from 1980 features a yellow character chomping dots and avoiding ghosts.
What is Pac-Man?
The game was originally called "Puck Man" in Japan, but was renamed to "Pac-Man" for the American release to prevent vandals from changing the "P" to an "F".
This symbol is found in the center of the Canadian flag
What is a Maple Leaf?
Maple trees can live for over 300 years, meaning they can drop leaves for centuries.
April 13, 1743 - This man, author of the U.S. Declaration of Independence and 3rd U.S. President, was born not far from where he would build his famous Monticello home
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
Like his political rival John Adams, Jefferson died on July 4, 1826—exactly 50 years to the day after the approval of the Declaration of Independence.
About 5% of New Mexico's population belongs to this federally recognized tribe, the largest in New Mexico
What is Navajo?
During WWII, Navajo Marines used their native language to create an unbreakable code that helped win the war.
Because of its similar appearance, iron pyrite is also known by this two-word name
What is Fools Gold?
If you poke "fool's gold" with a pin, it will break or crumble, whereas real gold will bend or dent.
A person that is untrustworthy, deceptive, or fraudulent might be described as this
What is dishonest?
Psychologists found that people are less likely to be dishonest when forced to directly contradict a truth, but more likely when allowed to "fudge" or omit information.
In Greek mythology, this king was cursed to push a boulder up a hill for eternity.
Who is Sisyphus?
Sisyphus, the clever king of Corinth, was renowned for outsmarting the gods, trapping Death itself, and deceiving Persephone to live twice. As punishment for his deceit, he was sentenced to eternally roll a massive boulder up a hill in Tartarus, only for it to roll back down.
In North America, the most common species of this bird is a Mallard
What is a Duck?
Many ducks are "dabblers," feeding by tipping upside down to eat plants and insects in shallow water.
April 21, 1918 - During World War I, pilot Manfred von Richtofen, better known by this nickname, was shot down and killed in his iconic red triplane.
Who is The Red Baron?
The Richthofen Castle in Denver's Montclair neighborhood was built by Baron Walter von Richthofen, who was the uncle and godfather of Manfred von Richthofen, the famous WWI flying ace known as "The Red Baron". The castle was designed to resemble German castles and is a historic 35-room mansion