Winter Comfort Treats
Cocoa powder, milk, marshmallows, and sweetener combine for this favorite winter beverage.
What is hot chocolate or hot cocoa?
Though the drink is thousands of years old, it was popularized in the early 1800s by Dutch chemist Coenraad J. Van Houten. He invented cocoa powder, and that led to its widespread popularity.
During photosynthesis, plants take in carbon dioxide and exhale this gas.
What is oxygen?
Plants make their food from the carbon dioxide they take in during photosynthesis, and they release oxygen as a byproduct.
Capital city of Texas
What is Austin?
Located in Central Texas on the Colorado River, it is named for Stephen F. Austin, a pioneer billed as the “Father of Texas.” Austin is known as the “Live Music Capital of the World.”
The daughter of a performer, she recorded “You Light Up My Life.”
Who is Debby Boone?
It was the most successful single of the entire decade in terms of chart performance. Her father is Pat Boone.
On January 8, 1935, this country music icon and former resident of Graceland was born.
Who is Elvis Presley?
His mother gave him a guitar for his 11th birthday. A few years later, he won a talent show at his high school. Immediately after high school, Elvis followed his dream and went on tour. He cut his first single the following year.
This warm dessert is made from rice, milk, butter, seasonings, and spices.
What is rice pudding?
Historians believe rice pudding originated in India or China and then was brought to Europe sometime before the 1800s. It can be eaten as a dessert, a side dish, or a breakfast food.
This four-letter word means “polluted air that hovers in the lower atmosphere over a community.”
What is smog?
The word combines parts of smoke and fog. Car exhaust and industrial waste contribute to smog.
State of Texas nickname that appears on its license plates
What is Lone Star State?
The single star signifies the state’s history of independence. Texas was an independent republic before it was a state.
This singer-songwriter, who was James Taylor’s wife from 1972 to 1983, wrote and recorded “You’re So Vain.”
Who is Carly Simon?
She has revealed that at least one verse of the hit song was written about Warren Beatty.
The January full moon is named for this canine.
What is wolf?
When it was named, it was believed that the wolves’ howls were deafening in January due to hunger.
A popular hot, mulled drink is made with the juice of this fruit, with oranges and cranberries as optional additions.
What is apple (cider)?
Hot mulled cider is made with apple cider and mulling spices, which can include any of the following: star anise, cinnamon, and allspice.
This gaseous substance sends a birthday balloon into the sky.
What is helium?
Helium is lighter than air and used in balloons. When inhaled, helium changes the sound of your voice and makes you sound like Donald Duck.
River in Texas that forms the boundary between the United States and Mexico
What is Rio Grande?
The United States and Mexico share management of the river.
Her rendition of “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” is featured in the 1971 film Play Misty for Me.
Who is Roberta Flack?
Director Clint Eastwood heard Flack’s version of the song on the radio and contacted her for permission to use it in his debut film.
The First Night New Year’s Eve celebrations started in this U.S. city, with some revelers continuing their celebrations into the wee hours of the morning.
What is Boston?
The first celebration took place in 1975 and was designed to offer a cultural alternative to the usual drunken festivities.
Baked goods, including houses, cookies, cakes, and more, scream winter when they contain this warming spice.
What is ginger?
It’s also used in ginger ale, tea, and beer. It’s known as a warming spice, which is why it makes an appearance every fall and winter. Ginger ale, tea, and pastilles are traditional home remedies for upset stomachs and nausea.
During the mid-1970s, the public learned about this five-letter word beginning with an O, which is a protective layer in the atmosphere.
What is ozone?
Scientists told us a hole had formed in the ozone layer, now known as ozone depletion. Chlorofluorocarbons were banned as aerosol propellants to reduce their harmful effects on the ozone layer.
Well-known convenience store chain founded in Texas in 1927
What is 7-Eleven?
In 1963, a store in Austin began operating 24/7 on weekends after being forced to stay open until dawn following a University of Texas football game. The store’s management saw the trend and went with it. Soon, other 7-Eleven locations followed suit.
This family group performs “How Deep Is Your Love?”
Who are the Bee Gees?
Barry Gibb is the only surviving Gibb brother (Robin, Maurice, and Andy being the other brothers).
The Annual Ice Magic Festival in Lake Louise takes place in this country.
What is Canada?
The festival is a global competition that culminates with teams of two creating ice sculptures on site, with a 32-hour limit on their work.
As messy as a fruit cobbler, this deconstructed pie has a crunchy top.
What is a crisp?
You can use an apple pie recipe to make an apple crisp by omitting the crust and topping it with any crunchy topping, such as rolled oats, brown sugar, and warming spices.
In 1963, this bill was first passed into law and helps to reduce pollutants in the air.
What is the Clean Air Act?
The act was amended several times, and the Environmental Protection Agency was created in 1970 to enforce it as well as other regulations.
First president of the Republic of Texas
Who is Sam Houston?
He served two terms as president. “Big Sam” is the nickname for the statue built in his honor that overlooks Interstate 45 in Huntsville, Texas. It measures 67 feet (20 meters) tall and is known as the “World’s Tallest Statue of an American Hero.”
This youngest Gibb brother recorded “I Just Want to Be Your Everything.”
Who is Andy?
Although he was too young to be a part of the Bee Gees, he did perform with them once.
On January 1, 1959, Fulgencio Batista was forced out by revolutionaries led by this man.
Who is Fidel Castro?
When Castro died, the reins of government were handed to his brother Raúl, who ruled until 2018.