Vegetables
Irises
Neil
Wood Types
100

This orange vegetable is high in beta-carotene and is often used in soups, stews, and salads.

What is a carrot?

100

This popular type of iris, known for its distinctive "bearded" petals, is often planted in gardens for its striking appearance.

What is Bearded Iris?

100

Soil Sciences at Cal Poly 

What was Neil’s major?

100

This type of hardwood, commonly used for furniture making, is known for its rich reddish-brown color and strong durability.

What is Cherry wood?

200

This green vegetable is often used in salads, and its leaves are rich in vitamins A and K.

What is spinach?

200

Irises are famous for their wide range of colors, but this specific shade of iris is often considered the most iconic

What is purple?

200

June 10, 1973

When did Neil get married?

200

Known for its distinctive white and grayish color, this hardwood is often used in carving and cabinetry due to its fine grain and ease of shaping.

What is maple wood?

300

This vegetable, often served in mashed form, is a staple food in many countries and Amy just doesn't like.

What is a potato?

300

The iris is the official state flower of this U.S. state which is also home to New Orleans. 

What is Louisiana?

300

Ford Model A

What car did Neil learn to drive in?

300

This softwood, which has a light color and pleasant scent, is commonly used for building structures and furniture, and is a favorite for carving.

What is Pine wood?

400

This vegetable is a member of the cabbage family, known for its dense, crunchy texture.

What is broccoli?

400

This part of the iris flower, typically found at the base of the petals, is often fuzzy or "bearded" in certain varieties.

What is the "fall"?

400

This book was given to Neil in 1955, was the first book he remembers reading and served as an encouragement for him. (he kept it for 65 years) 

The Black Stallion

400

This dense and dark hardwood, prized for its rich color and strength, is frequently used in making high-end furniture and flooring.

What is Oak wood?