May the 5th
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The Sweet 60s
Moms
Kings & Queens
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This country that celebrates Cinco de Mayo.
What is Mexico?
Mexico celebrates Cinco de Mayo primarily in the state of Puebla, while in other places it has become a broader celebration of Mexican culture and heritage.
100
Nests of these wood-eating insects can reach heights of up to 20 feet.
What are termites?
Their mounds are engineered with natural ventilation systems that help regulate temperature and airflow.
100
This smooth, sweet paste is made from sugar and these nuts and is used to make marzipan.
What are almonds?
Almonds are ground into a fine meal and mixed with sugar to create marzipan, a confection popular in European and Middle Eastern desserts, often shaped into fruits or decorative figures.
100
This holiday is celebrated on the second Sunday in May to honour mothers.
What is Mother's Day?
Mother's Day became widely recognized in North America in the early 20th century and is now one of the most popular days of the year for giving flowers, cards, and gifts.
100
This queen appears on the Canadian $20 bill and reigned for over 70 years.
Who is Queen Elizabeth II?
Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning British monarch in history, serving from 1952 to 2022. Her portrait has appeared on currency in many Commonwealth countries, including Canada.
200
In 1930, this Indian lawyer, pacifist, and spiritual leader was arrested and sent to prison.
Who is Mahatma Gandhi?
Mahatma Gandhi led nonviolent campaigns against British rule in India, and his philosophy influenced civil rights movements around the world.
200
This large, hairy bee is one of the few insects that can regulate its body temperature.
What is a bumblebee?
Bumblebees can generate heat by rapidly contracting their flight muscles, allowing them to fly in cooler temperatures when many other insects cannot.
200
This tablet candy, popular in the 1960s, comes in assorted fruity flavours and has words printed on each piece.
What are SweetTarts?
SweetTarts are known for their intense sweet-and-sour flavour.
200
One word meaning a family or society governed by women.
What is matriarchy?
Matriarchy is relatively rare in documented human societies, though some cultures are considered matrilineal, where lineage and inheritance pass through the mother’s side.
200
In 2023, this royal became the head of the Commonwealth after his mother’s passing.
Who is King Charles III?
King Charles III is the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II and became monarch in 2022, continuing the role of head of the Commonwealth, which includes over 50 member countries.
300
In 1961, Alan Shepard became the first American to travel into this “final frontier.”
What is space?
Shepard’s flight aboard Freedom 7 lasted only about 15 minutes but was a major milestone in the early space race.
300
With about 3,500 species, this insect is considered the world’s deadliest animal, but only a couple hundred feast on human blood.
What is a mosquito?
Mosquitos are responsible for spreading diseases like malaria, and West Nile virus. It is actually only female mosquitoes that bite humans, since they need blood to develop their eggs.
300
Chupa Chups made these sweet treats on a stick extra fun to enjoy with a wrapper designed by Salvador Dalí!
What are lollipops?
Lollipop packaging was redesigned in 1969 by artist Salvador Dalí, who created the iconic daisy-shaped logo that is still used today.
300
This flower is traditionally associated with Mother’s Day and often given as a gift to mothers.
What are carnations?
Carnations became associated with Mother’s Day thanks to Anna Jarvis, the founder of the holiday, who chose them to symbolize a mother’s love. Pink carnations for living mothers and white for remembrance.
300
This Canadian city, named for a queen, is the capital of Prince Edward Island.
What is Charlottetown?
Charlottetown is often called the “Birthplace of Confederation” because it hosted the 1864 Charlottetown Conference, which helped lead to the creation of Canada in 1867.
400
In 1921, this famous number perfume was released by fashion designer Coco Chanel.
What is Chanel No. 5?
It was one of the first perfumes to feature a complex, abstract scent rather than a single floral note, and it remains one of the most iconic fragrances in the world.
400
This red beetle with black spots, Coccinella septempunctata, is used to control aphid populations.
What is a ladybug?
Ladybugs are beneficial insects in agriculture because both adults and larvae feed on aphids, helping protect crops naturally without the need for chemical pesticides.
400
These red, twisty candies are often enjoyed at the movies and can even be used like a straw.
What are Twizzlers?
They were first produced in the 1920s and remain popular in North America for their chewy texture and fruity strawberry flavour.
400
This morning meal is often served in bed to show Mom love on Mother’s Day.
What is breakfast?
Breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the day because it breaks the overnight fast and provides energy to start the morning.
400
Canadians celebrate this May holiday in honour of Queen Victoria’s birthday.
What is Victoria Day?
Victoria Day is often considered the unofficial start of summer in Canada, with many people enjoying fireworks, parades, and the long weekend.
500
The Panic of 1893 triggered a major crash on this major U.S. stock exchange.
What is the New York Stock Exchange?
During the Panic of 1893 it was central to a severe economic depression that led to widespread bank failures and unemployment in the United States.
500
The spider 'Argyroneta aquatica' lives mostly in this environment.
What is freshwater?
Also known as the diving bell spider, it is the only known spider to live virtually its entire life underwater
500
The 1960s were egg-citing! This gooey chocolate treat still makes any day sweeter with its irresistible creme filling.
What is the Cadbury Creme Egg?
Cadbury Creme Eggs were first introduced in the 1960s and have become one of the most recognizable seasonal candies in the world, with their signature “yolk-like” center designed to resemble a real egg.
500
Winner of the 1979 Nobel Peace Prize, she was given the name "Blessed Mother of Calcutta"
Who is Mother Teresa?
She founded the Missionaries of Charity in India, an organization dedicated to helping the poor, sick, and dying. She was canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church in 2016.
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This prince was the longest-serving royal consort in British history, serving for over 70 years.
Who is Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh?
Prince Philip supported Queen Elizabeth II throughout her reign, often carrying out public duties and representing the monarchy at official events around the world.
