Food Frenzy
All About Animals
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100
What is the ideal state of a banana to make banana bread?
Overripe banana.
- The breakdown of starch in overripe bananas contributes to a moister and more tender texture of the bread.
100
Which animal can stand on its tail?
Kangaroos. They can stand erect on their hind legs, using their tail as the third leg of a tripod, and they can even balance on their tail alone. This unique ability allows them to use their tail for balance and support while moving or grazing.
100
What is the art of decorating fabric or other materials using a needle to stitch thread or yarn called?
Embroidery. It has been practiced for thousands of years and is one of the oldest forms of textile art. Embroidery can also include embellishments like pearls, beads, and sequins.
100
eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink):
Consume
100
What four letter word can be a man’s name, part of a duck, or a proposed law?
Bill
200
Hawaiian pizza consists of pineapple and Canadian Bacon on top. Where did it originate?
Canada. The first Hawaiian pizza was created at the Satellite Restaurant in Ontario, in 1962.
200
What annoying insect gets its name from the Spanish word for "little fly?"
Mosquito
The term "mosquito" is derived from the Spanish word "mosca," meaning "fly," combined with the suffix "-ito," which translates to "little".
200
What is calligraphy?
Decorative handwriting or handwritten lettering.
200
The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
Control
200
What five-letter word is defined by Merriam-Webster as a verb meaning “to act playfully,” “to waste time,” and sometimes follows the word “dilly”?
Dally
300
What U.S State produces the most pistachios?
California is the leading producer of pistachios in the U.S., accounting for over 98% of the nation's output, with production expected to reach record levels in the coming years.
300
What animal is the largest land carnivore on Earth?
The largest land carnivore is the polar bear (Ursus maritimus). These enormous bears can weigh up to 2,209 pounds and primarily hunt seals in the Arctic.
300
When was the first sewing machine invented?
The first sewing machine was invented in 1790 by Thomas Saint, an English inventor. This machine was designed for use on leather and canvas materials.
300
The state of being strikingly different from something else.
Contrast
300
What number between one and 10, when said out loud, sounds like the past tense of the verb "eat"?
Eight (Ate)
400
What is one food that does not expire?
Pure honey
The only food that doesn't expire is pure honey. When sealed properly, honey can last for centuries without spoiling. It may crystallize over time, but it remains safe to eat and does not become unusable.
400
Do sharks sleep, yes or no?
Yes, sharks sleep while swimming, with parts of their brain less active, in a state like resting. Sharks do not fall into a deep sleep as humans do, but they get rest in other ways.
400
Which Country invented paper?
Paper was invented in China during the Eastern Han period, around 105 CE, and is traditionally attributed to Cai Lun, a court official. He created a sheet of paper using various materials, including mulberry and hemp fibers.
400
An individually owned residential unit within a larger complex or building.
A condo, short for condominium.
400
An example of a contronym, where one word has two opposite meanings, what four-letter word means to cover lightly with a powdered substance and to remove a fine substance from a surface?
Dust
500
What makes broth different than stock?
Stock is made by simmering bones (with or without meat) for an extended period, which extracts collagen and gelatin, resulting in a thicker, more viscous texture. Broth is typically made with meat (and may include bones) and is cooked for a shorter time, leading to a thinner consistency and a meatier flavor.
500
What creature with an equine name has no teeth or stomach, mates for life, and is one of the only species on Earth where the male carries the unborn offspring?
Seahorse.
Seahorses and dragonflies are the only species in the animal kingdom where it is the male that gets pregnant, carries the embryos and gives birth.
500
When were markers invented?
Markers were invented in the 1950s. The modern marker pen, which features a porous tip and a reservoir of ink, was developed to provide a more convenient and versatile writing instrument compared to traditional pens.
500
Cause someone to become bewildered or perplexed
Confuse
500
What plural word that describes something you might list during a job interview is the longest English word, at nine letters, with only one vowel?
Strengths