Ancient Worlds
There are this many wonders of the ancient world.
What is seven?
The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only wonder of the ancient world still standing.
Who is Queen Elizabeth II?
Queen Elizabeth II reigned for 70 years.
This vegetable is said to be good for your eyes.
What are carrots?
Carrots have beta-carotene and fiber. Beta-carotene is helpful for eyesight and skin health.
This is the fatty, external extension of the ear.
What is earlobe?
It is either attached or detached at the bottom. Scientists do not know what purpose earlobes serve, but they do know that they continue to grow as we age.
Most people do not want this animal to see his shadow on February 2.
What is groundhog?
If he sees his shadow, legend has it we will see six more weeks of winter. We can expect an early spring if he doesn’t see his shadow.
This country is the home to the world's longest wall.
What is China?
The Great Wall is the largest structure built by humans. It was built over hundreds of years, beginning in the third century BC and completed in 1878.
This artist is known for creating the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.
The Mona Lisa was painted on a piece of wood plank. French law states the work cannot be sold.
This is made by bees and used to sweeten hot tea.
What is honey?
A queen honey bee can lay 2,500 eggs per day and live for five years.
It is the U.S. national bird.
What is the bald eagle?
The bald eagle, of course, isn’t bald but has white feathers on its head when it reaches maturity. They typically mate for life.
Almost every four years, this affects February.
What is leap year?
An extra day is added to February during leap years. Without adding an extra day, the seasons would start drifting earlier. NBC reports that the rule for skipping a leap year is: “If a year is divisible by 100 and not divisible by 400, leap year is skipped.”
This Roman leader was assassinated on the Ides of March, or March 15, 44 BC.
Who is Julius Caesar?
Julius Caesar was in power over the Roman Empire for one year before his assassination on March 15, 44 BC.
This scientist discovered radium and was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize.
Who is Marie Curie?
Curie won a Nobel Prize in Physics as well as one in Chemistry. She is the first person to win a Nobel Prize twice.
This warm drink is made with cocoa and often served with marshmallows.
What is hot chocolate?
Hot chocolate was used as a medicine until the 1800s.
A common packaging item, usually made of thin, flat material, that often holds a letter or card.
What is envelope?
The first envelope making machine was invented in 1845. The paper was diamond shaped and did not come pre-gummed for sealing.
On Valentine’s Day, many people receive roses of this color.
What is red?
Red symbolizes romantic love. If the rose is thornless, it symbolizes love at first sight.
This Roman structure held ancient gladiator games.
What is the Colosseum?
The Colosseum was finished in AD 80 and able to seat nearly 80,000 people.
This famous boxer is known for saying "Float like a butterfly; sting like a bee".
Who is Muhammed Ali?
Ali was the first fighter to win the heavyweight boxing title three times. He was able to defend the title 19 times.
This type of cake is made from cream cheese.
What is cheesecake?
The first documented cheesecake recipe dates back to a Roman senator in 3 BC.
A machine with moving parts that converts power into motion.
What is engine?
The first practical automobile engine was developed by Karl Benz in 1885. Since then, engine technology has evolved significantly, leading to the efficient and powerful engines we have today.
This final game of the NFL season had been played in January from 1966 to 2003, but has since moved to the second Sunday of February.
What is the Super Bowl?
The Super Bowl is among the world's most-watched single sporting events and is the second-largest event for American food consumption, behind Thanksgiving dinner.
This actress played the Egyptian queen Cleopatra in the movie Cleopatra.
Who is Elizabeth Taylor?
At the time of its release in 1963, Cleopatra was the most expensive movie ever made, with the budget growing to $44 million.
Who is Amelia Earhart?
Earhart also held the record for the longest flight by a woman in the shortest amount of time.
This morning need for many is a beverage made of an infusion of ground roasted beans.
What is coffee?
Coffee is thought to date back to 800 A.D., where it was discovered by 9th century goat herders. It was said that they noticed their goats eating the plant and afterwards it appeared like they were ‘dancing’. Fascinated by the results, the goat herder tried them himself and discovered that it made him excitable too.
This refers to something that can be eaten, such as the part of a plant that is safe to eat.
What is edible?
For example, we eat apples, but the seeds are not edible because they contain cyanide.
Although rare, February is the only month where it is possible not to have this in the night sky.
What is a full moon?
If the January full moon falls on January 31, you won’t see the next full moon until the beginning of March.