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Mammals
Canadian
History
History
Winter
Comfort
Food
Comfort
Food
“Lady”s
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100
This racquet sport is played by hitting a shuttlecock back and forth over a net.
What is badminton?
Badminton is one of the fastest racquet sports in the world, with smashes from professional players reaching speeds over 300 km/h.
100
The distinctive stripes on this member of the horse family may help it blend into tall grasses as a form of protective colouration.
What is a zebra?
Scientists are still debating the exact purpose of zebra stripes, but one leading theory is that they help confuse predators and biting insects by breaking up the animal’s outline in motion.
100
The first organized match of this sport took place on March 3, 1875 in Montreal.
What is hockey?
That historic 1875 game was played at the Victoria Skating Rink in Montreal and is widely recognized as the first recorded indoor ice hockey match, helping establish the foundation for the modern game.
100
Warm your belly with this rich soup usually made with cream, white fish, and potatoes.
What is fish chowder?
Chowder became especially popular in coastal regions, where fishermen used fresh local fish and simple pantry ingredients to make hearty, filling meals at sea.
100
One who attends/serves a queen or princess.
What is a lady-in-waiting?
Ladies-in-waiting were often noblewomen who provided companionship, assistance, and court duties to royalty.
200
This adjective describes biological structures that are enhanced or integrated with electronic components.
What is bionic?
The concept of bionics is inspired by nature and biology, but applied to engineering, such as prosthetic limbs that can be controlled by nerve signals.
200
The largest species of this flying mammal is Pteropus vampyrus, commonly known as a “flying fox.”
What is a bat?
The giant flying fox can have a wingspan of over 1.5 metres and plays an important role in ecosystems by pollinating flowers and dispersing seeds.
200
In 1778, Captain James Cook became the first European to land on this island, the largest on Canada’s west coast.
What is Vancouver Island?
Vancouver Island is known for its mild climate compared to the rest of Canada and is home to diverse ecosystems, including coastal rainforests and some of the oldest trees in the country.
200
No comfort food list would be complete without this spicy stew made with chili peppers, tomatoes, and kidney beans.
What is chili?
Chili has deep roots in Tex-Mex cuisine and has been adapted in many ways, including vegetarian versions.
200
According to English legend, this noblewoman rode a horse naked through the streets of Coventry to protest high taxes imposed by her husband.
Who is Lady Godiva?
The story of Lady Godiva is largely considered a legend that developed centuries after her lifetime.
300
This name for a type of food poisoning comes from the medieval Latin word for sausage.
What is botulism?
Botulism is rare but very serious, and it can be found in improperly canned or preserved foods.
300
These mammals can project their foul-smelling spray 12 feet and often are aiming for the face.
What are skunks?
A skunk’s spray can be accurately aimed from several metres away and is so strong that it can temporarily irritate eyes and even deter large predators like bears.
300
After the Canadian Pacific Railway reached this Alberta city in 1883, settlers began a “stampede” to live there.
What is Calgary?
Calgary’s rapid growth in the late 1800s was fueled by ranching and rail access, and it later became famous for the Calgary Stampede, one of the largest rodeos and festivals in the world.
300
Homemade or from a can with a yellow label, this classic Canadian split-pea and ham dish dates back more than 400 years.
What is split pea soup?
It has roots in ancient Europe and became especially popular in French-Canadian cuisine, where it was a staple winter dish since dried peas were inexpensive, filling, and easy to store.
300
These beetles are known for feeding mainly on aphids and other small garden pests.
What are ladybugs?
Ladybugs are widely used in agriculture as a natural form of pest control because a single beetle can eat thousands of aphids in its lifetime, helping protect crops without the need for pesticides.
400
This word refers to a small, showy decorative object or trinket, often valued more for appearance than function.
What is a bauble?
The word “bauble” has been used since the Middle Ages and is often associated with Christmas ornaments.
400
Shades of grey -- In rhinoceroses, this sense is the weakest.
What is vision?
Rhinoceroses have relatively poor eyesight but compensate with an excellent sense of smell and hearing.
400
Operating from 1670 to 2025, this was the world’s oldest continuously operating trading company, known for its role in the fur trade in Canada.
What is the Hudson’s Bay Company?
The Hudson’s Bay Company was granted a royal charter by King Charles II and played a major role in the exploration and economic development of Canada.
400
Polish and Ukrainian immigrants brought these dumplings, filled with potato and cheese, to the Canadian Prairies in the 19th century.
What are pierogi?
Pierogi became a staple in prairie cuisine thanks to Ukrainian and Polish settlers, and they are now a popular comfort food across Canada, often served with fried onions, sour cream, or bacon.
400
This rosy-pink cocktail, made with gin, grenadine, lemon juice, and egg whites, is shaken and strained before serving.
What is a Pink Lady?
The Pink Lady became especially popular in the early to mid-20th century and was often associated with elegant cocktail culture.
500
A poem or form of verse in short stanzas set to music.
What is a ballad?
Many traditional ballads told dramatic stories of love, tragedy, or historical events.
500
South America’s giant species of this armored mammal is threatened by hunting and habitat loss.
What is an armadillo?
The giant armadillo can grow over a metre long and has powerful claws that it uses to dig extensive burrows.
500
Thistles and a unicorn appear on Canada’s coat of arms, representing this country of the United Kingdom and the influence of its settlers in Canada.
What is Scotland?
Many Scottish settlers came to Canada in the 18th and 19th centuries, especially to Nova Scotia, and they had a strong influence on Canadian culture, place names, and traditions.
500
This baked haricot bean dish, often associated with Quebec cuisine, was traditionally served at gatherings like sleigh rides, curling bonspiels, and barn-raising bees. Hint: don’t forget the toast!
What are baked beans/pork and beans?
They are traditionally cooked slowly in a wood-fired oven for hours, making them a hearty staple for cold Canadian winters.
500
This popular musical, based on George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 play Pygmalion, tells the story of a girl trained to speak like a lady.
What is My Fair Lady?
My Fair Lady premiered in 1956 and became one of Broadway’s most successful shows, featuring famous songs like “I Could Have Danced All Night” and “The Rain in Spain.”