Weather
Name two weather-related things that fall from the sky.
Rain, snow, hail, sleet
What planet do we live on?
Earth
What bird says “hoot”?
An owl
How many wings does a typical airplane have?
2
What mythical creature is often said to be found at the end of a rainbow?
A leprechaun
What instrument measures how hot or cold the air is?
A thermometer
Name two space-related things you can see in the night sky.
The Moon, stars, planets, comets, satellites, or the International Space Station (ISS).
Name one bird that cannot fly but still has wings.
Penguin, ostrich, emu, kiwi, or chicken
What is the largest Canadian-based airline?
Air Canada
What do we call scientists who study space and the skies?
Astronomers
What is the first stage of the water cycle, when liquid water turns into an invisible gas?
Evaporation
What is the name of the large star we see during the day?
The Sun
What bird was once used to deliver messages and mail?
A pigeon
What is the name for the very front part of an airplane?
The nose
What colourful arc appears in the sky when sunlight shines through water droplets?
A rainbow
What is the name of the white, fluffy clouds often seen on a clear day?
Cumulus clouds
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
What is the highest-flying bird ever recorded?
A vulture
What part of an airplane creates thrust and helps it move forward?
The engines
This famous group of stars is often used to help find the North Star. What is it called?
The big dipper
Name two types of clouds.
Cirrus, cumulus, stratus, or nimbus
How old is the Sun?
4,600,000,000 years old.
What is the name of the “V” formation that Canada geese fly in?
A skein
What is the three-letter airport code for Vancouver International Airport?
YVR
How many Canadians have travelled to space?
12