National Guard
Is the National Guard over 100 years older than the United States of America?
Yes, it was formed in 1636 to protect new settlers
Is Yarn older than broccoli farming?
Yes, Yarn has been around for 7,000 years in Switzerland. Broccoli Farming didn't occur until the Ancient Roman Empire around 3,000 years ago
Is air conditioning older than the world's oldest turtle?
No, the air conditioner is 124 years old and the turtle is 193 years old
Which state is nicknamed the Earthquake capital of the world?
California
Yes, if you boil them
Do National Guard members swear an oath to more than one constitution?
Yes, they have to pledge their allegiance under oath to the National and their state's constitution
How many states have had the world's largest ball of yarn?
3 (minnesota, kansas, and indiana)
Do some football helmets have an air conditioner?
Yes, LSU put AC in their helmets
Which state has the most Earthquakes?
Alaska
What is Burlap made of?
Jute and Hemp fibers
What were National Guard members called during the American Revolution?
Minutemen (since they responded to any threat in a minute)
Which state has the world's biggest ball of yarn currently?
Kansas
Were early air conditioners safe?
No, many of them didn't drain the condensation, allowing bacteria to grow inside the unit and get people sick
Are tidal waves caused by earthquakes?
Yes
Are burlap sacks still used today?
Yes, they are the most common item used to carry coffee and grain
Does the federal government always control the National Guard?
No, each state controls their National Guard unless the country is in a state of emergency
Is yarn used in some marathons?
Yes. There are knitting marathons where runners also knit scarfs while running
Were there Air Conditioners in cars before TVs were made?
No, ACs didn't get in cars until 1939
Which country had the world's largest Earthquake?
Chile
Which country makes the most Burlap Sacks?
India
Are there more National Guard members in America than Deer in Montana?
No, there are 433,000 National Guard members and 498,600 deer in Montana
Is the world's biggest ball of yarn heavier than a Ford F-250?
Yes, it's 17,300 pounds
Which country uses the most Air Conditioners?
China
Do tsunami's caused by earthquakes move faster than the world's fastest car?
Yes, they move at 600 mph
Is burlap older than twine?
No, Burlap came out in the 1700s. Twine was first made around 7,000 years ago in Switzerland