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These highly social farm animals often sleep snout-to-snout and enjoy close contact with each other.
What are pigs?
Pigs are among the most intelligent farm animals and can recognize individuals and learn simple tasks. Despite their reputation, they are very social and form strong bonds within their groups.
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These ankle-length pants are named after after an island off the coast of Italy
What are capri pants?
Capri pants were popularized in the 1950s and 1960s by fashion icons like Audrey Hepburn. They remain a classic warm-weather style associated with the Mediterranean resort island of Capri.
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On the screen, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy are the March sisters in this story of growing up in New England.
What is Little Women?
Little Women has been adapted into film multiple times, including a widely acclaimed 2019 version directed by Greta Gerwig. Each adaptation reflects the values and filmmaking style of its era, helping keep the story relevant across generations.
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Herbs like anise and fennel have a flavour similar to this common black candy.
What is black licorice?
While popular in many parts of the world, black licorice is especially polarizing, people tend to either love it or strongly dislike it.
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This flower, closely associated with the Netherlands, blooms in colourful rows every spring.
What is a tulip?
Tulips originally came from Central Asia but became a symbol of Dutch culture during the 17th-century “Tulip Mania,” one of the first recorded economic events in history.
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This baaa-rnyard animal has good long-term memory for people and flock members.
What is a sheep?
Sheep can recognize and remember up to dozens of individual faces for years, including both other sheep and humans. This ability helps them maintain social bonds within their flock.
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Once a symbol of timeless sophistication, this strand of lustrous gems is formed inside oysters.
What are pearls?
They grow inside mollusks like oysters or mussels as a natural defense against irritants, taking anywhere from six months to several years to fully develop
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Scout, her father Atticus Finch, and the reclusive Boo Radley appear in this classic novel’s film adaptation starring Gregory Peck.
What is To Kill a Mockingbird?
To Kill a Mockingbird earned Gregory Peck an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Atticus Finch. The film is widely praised for its powerful themes of justice and moral integrity.
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This soft white Italian cheese is the traditional main topping on pizza.
What is mozzarella?
Mozzarella was originally made from water buffalo milk in southern Italy, though today most versions are made from cow’s milk. Its excellent melting quality is what makes it ideal for pizza.
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The Feria de Abril festival in this country features flamenco dancing and Andalusian horses in Seville.
What is Spain?
The Spain Feria de Abril began in the 19th century as a livestock fair and has evolved into one of the country’s most vibrant cultural festivals, with colourful tents called casetas filled with music, dancing, and food.
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Whether a billy or a nanny, this farm animal often has a bearded chin.
What is a goat?
Goats have been domesticated for over 10,000 years and are known for their curiosity and agility. Some breeds develop distinctive “beards,” especially males, which are thought to play a role in display and communication.
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Inspired by Marlon Brando, this mid-20th-century fashion style featured leather jackets, white T-shirts, jeans, and slicked-back hair.
What are greasers?
Greaser style became iconic after films like 'The Wild One' helped define the “rebellious youth” image of the 1950s. The look influenced later fashion trends in rock and roll and motorcycle culture.
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In this classic 1961 film, Holly Golightly, played by Audrey Hepburn, dreams of a glamorous life in New York City.
What is Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Breakfast at Tiffany's is especially famous for Audrey Hepburn’s “little black dress.” The film’s opening scene, with Hepburn eating a pastry outside Tiffany & Co. in New York, became one of the most iconic images in cinema history.
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From a word meaning “pan,” this traditional Spanish dish features saffron-flavoured rice and seafood.
What is paella?
It originated in a region of Spain and was traditionally cooked over an open fire in a wide, shallow pan. Authentic versions often include ingredients like rabbit or chicken in addition to seafood.
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This type of taffy is traditionally eaten off snow at a sugar shack.
What is maple taffy?
Maple taffy is a classic part of Québec’s springtime “sugaring off” season, when sap from sugar maple trees is boiled into syrup. Pouring the hot syrup onto snow quickly cools it into a chewy treat.
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Stop chewing your cud! This ruminant has one stomach with four distinct compartments.
What is a cow?
Cows are ruminants, meaning they regurgitate partially digested food (“cud”) to chew it again, which helps them extract nutrients from tough plant material like grass. This digestive system allows them to thrive on diets that many other animals cannot efficiently use.
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“Write it down”—this very narrow, straight skirt is a classic in women’s fashion.
What is a pencil skirt?
Pencil skirts became popular in the 1950s and are known for its sleek, tailored silhouette. It remains a staple in professional wardrobes because of its clean, elegant lines.
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The turbulent love affair between Scarlett O’Hara and Rhett Butler is central to this 1939 film.
What is Gone with the Wind?
It was one of the most expensive films of its time and won 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It remains one of the most famous films in Hollywood history, known for its sweeping story and Technicolor filming.
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The Easter Bunny is said to deliver these decorated treats.
What are Easter eggs?
They are part of springtime traditions in many cultures and often symbolize new life and renewal. In Canada and other countries, children sometimes take part in Easter egg hunts, searching for hidden eggs filled with treats.
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This flowering tree produces soft pink or white blossoms and is celebrated each spring in festivals around the world.
What is a cherry blossom tree?
They are especially celebrated in Japan. Many cities around the world, including Washington, D.C. and Vancouver, also hold annual cherry blossom festivals.
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This is the hybrid animal produced when a male donkey breeds with a female horse.
What is a mule?
Mules are known for their strength, endurance, and sure-footedness, often making them more resilient than either parent species.
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This pattern of evenly spaced round spots became popular on pin-up fashion and swing skirts.
What are polka dots?
Polka dots became especially fashionable in the 20th century, appearing on everything from dresses to swimwear. The pattern’s playful look made it a favourite in both casual and high-fashion styles, especially during the 1940s and 1950s.
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Dorothy travels down the Yellow Brick Road in this classic 1939 film.
What is The Wizard of Oz?
The Wizard of Oz was groundbreaking for its use of Technicolor, especially when Dorothy first arrives in Oz. The film’s song “Over the Rainbow” became one of the most enduring pieces in movie history.
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This Italian dessert, meaning “pick me up,” is made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream.
What is tiramisu?
Tiramisu likely originated in the Veneto region of Italy in the 1960s or 1970s. Its name comes from the Italian phrase “tira mi su,” meaning “pick me up,” referring to both its energizing coffee content and rich, indulgent flavour.
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Red-dyed hard-boiled eggs are a traditional symbol of this Orthodox celebration of Christ’s resurrection.
What is Easter?
Orthodox Easter often uses red eggs to symbolize the blood of Christ and new life. In many traditions, people play a game where they tap eggs together to see which one cracks first, symbolizing good fortune and renewal.