Flannel
Winter Olympics
Beach
Sunglasses
Christmas Movies
100
Where does flannel originate from?
A. Wales
B. Scotland
C. Northern Ireland
D. England
A. Wales
Flannel originated in 17th century Wales. Welsh textile workers sought a more practical alternative to their existing wool garments, which were not well-suited for the harsh, wet winters.
100
Where will the 2026 Winter Olympics happen?
A. Beijing
B. Vancouver
C. Italy
D. Nagano
C. Italy
The 2026 Winter Olympics are being held in Italy, with events being spread out across nearly 8,500 square miles through northern Italy, from Milan to the borders of Austria and Switzerland.
100
The Guinness World Record holder for the tallest sandcastle was made in Blokhus, Denmark, on 2 July 2021. How tall is it?
A. 37 Feet
B. 45 Feet
C. 69 Feet
D. 105 Feet
C. 69 Feet
100
What group of people first created eyewear to protect their eyes from the sun and snow?
A. The Inuit People
B. The Cherokee People
C. The Bontoc People
D. The Gaddang people
A. The Inuit People
The group of people who first created eyewear to protect their eyes from the sun and snow were the Inuit and Yupik peoples of the Arctic, specifically the Thule culture, who are ancestors of the modern Inuit.
These snow goggles were a crucial innovation for survival in the harsh Arctic environment, where intense sunlight reflected off the snow and ice could cause snow blindness (photokeratitis), a painful and dangerous condition.
100
What is the name of the Grinch's loyal dog?
A. Rob
B. John
C. Max
D. Jack
C. Max
200
When is National Flannel Day?
A. March 10th
B. February 10th
C. April 10th
D. January 10th
B. February 10th
National Flannel Day is celebrated annually on February 10th. It's a day dedicated to the popular fabric and its associated styles, encouraging people to wear their favorite flannel items.
200
True or False
The Winter Olympics are held every two years.
False
They are held every four years, in the same way as the Summer Olympics, but they are staggered so that the Winter and Summer Games alternate every two years within the four-year period of each Olympiad.
200
The longest beach in the world is located in which country?
A. Australia
B. California
C. Brazil
D. Spain
C. Brazil
The country with the longest beach in the world is Brazil. Praia do Cassino, located on Brazil's southern coast, stretches for an impressive 212 to 254 kilometers (132 to 158 miles). It is considered the longest uninterrupted sandy beach in the world.
200
What century did the Chinese use flat panes of smoky quartz to protect their eyes?
A. 14 Century
B. 15 Century
C. 16 Century
D. 12 Century
D. 12 Century
The Chinese began using flat panes of smoky quartz to protect their eyes in the 12th century. This was a common practice in China, and these early forms of sunglasses were made from flat panes of smoky quartz. Interestingly, they were also used by Chinese judges in court to hide their facial expressions while questioning witnesses, offering a degree of impartiality.
200
How many lights were on the Griswold's house in Christmas Vacation?
A. 25,000 Lights
B. 30,000 Lights
C. 35, 000 Lights
D. 40,000 Lights
A. 25,000 Lights
In National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, the Griswold's house was decorated with 25,000 imported Italian twinkle lights. Clark Griswold specifically mentions using 250 strands of lights, with 100 bulbs per strand.
300
What is the origin of the word "flannel"?
A. Soft Fabric
B. Woolen Cloth
C. Color Patterns
D. Panic Wear
B. Woolen Cloth
The word "flannel" likely originates from a combination of Welsh and French influences. It is thought to stem from the Welsh word gwlanen, meaning "woolen cloth," which is related to gwlân (wool).
300
Which country has won the most Winter Olympic?
A. Germany
B. Norway
C. Poland
D. Iceland
B. Norway
Norway has won the most Winter Olympic medals of any country with 132 gold, 125 silver and 111 bronze medals.
300
In what year did surfing debut at the Olympics ?
A. 1980
B. 1996
C. 2012
D. 2020
D. 2020
Surfing made its Olympic debut at the 2020 Summer Olympics, which were held in 2021 in Tokyo. Although originally scheduled for 2020, the games were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
300
True or false
Darker lenses always offer more UV protection than lighter lenses
False
No, darker sunglass lenses do not always offer more UV protection than lighter lenses. UV protection is determined by the lens material and any coatings applied, not just the darkness of the tint. Darker lenses primarily reduce glare and visible light, but they don't necessarily block more UV rays.
300
In Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, what does Hermey wish he could be instead?
A. Doctor
B. Dentist
C. Lawyer
D. Therapist
B. Dentist
In "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," Hermey the elf wishes to be a dentist instead of making toys. He doesn't enjoy his work as an elf and dreams of a career in dentistry. He even faces teasing from other elves for his unusual ambition.
400
What year did flannels become popular?
A. 1821
B. 1822
C. 1823
D. 1824
B. 1822
King George IV's visit to Scotland in 1822, where he wore a kilt and sparked a resurgence of tartan (a type of plaid), also boosted flannel's popularity.
400
How many times were the Winter Olympics canceled?
A. 3
B. 2
C. 1
D. 4
B. 2
The 1940 and 1944 Winter Olympics Games were both canceled due to World War II.
400
What percentage of jellyfish's body is made up of water?
A. 50%
B. 66%
C. 83%
D. 98%
D. 98%
The remaining portion of their bodies consists of structural proteins, muscles, and nerve cells. This high water content is why they appear so different when out of the water.
400
Who first invented the technology to produce polarized sunglasses?
A. Edwin Land
B. Helmut Bausch
C. Samuel Polaroid
D. John Ray
A. Edwin Land
Edwin H. Land, founder of the Polaroid Corporation, invented the technology to produce polarized sunglasses. He introduced his patented Polaroid filter in 1936, which was used to create the first line of polarized sunglasses.
400
What is the name of the evil magician in Frosty the Snowman?
A. Professor Noble
B. Professor Debary
C. Professor Hinkle
D. Professor White
C. Professor Hinkle
The name of the evil magician in the original "Frosty the Snowman" is Professor Hinkle. He is a magician who performs at a school Christmas party and is the owner of the magic hat that brings Frosty to life. He later tries to reclaim the hat, even after it's clear it's no longer his
500
True or False
All plaid fabrics are flannel.
False
Not all plaid fabrics are flannel because plaid refers to a pattern, while flannel is a specific type of fabric. Plaid is a woven pattern of horizontal and vertical bands of different colors, while flannel is a soft, often napped, fabric that can be made from various materials like wool, cotton, or synthetic fibers.
500
True or False
Ice hockey was originally a Summer Olympics sport.
True
Ice hockey made its Olympic debut at the 1920 Summer Games in Antwerp, Belgium. It was then transferred to the Winter Olympics in 1924 in Chamonix, France.
500
More than 28 million people go on a cruise each year. Which is the most popular area of the world for cruises?
A. The Caribbean
B. Asia
C. Europe and the Mediterranean
D. Australia
A. The Caribbean
This region attracts the most cruise passengers globally, with the Caribbean alone gaining almost a million new cruise visitors in 2023 compared to 2019, according to Forbes. The Mediterranean is the second most popular cruise destination.
500
What is the name of the round lens sunglasses commonly known as 'John Lennon sunglasses'?
A. Coffee shades
B. Button shades
C. Penny shades
D. Tea shades
D. Tea shades
The round lens sunglasses commonly known as "John Lennon sunglasses" are also referred to as "teashades" or "Windsor glasses". They feature circular lenses, often with a thin wire frame. These glasses became iconic due to John Lennon's frequent wearing of them, particularly in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
500
In the movie White Christmas, what are the sisters' names?
A. Emma and Carly
B. Rachel and Allie
C. Betty and Judy
D. Tara and Abby
C. Betty and Judy