March Madness
How many teams are in March Madness?
A. 60 B. 64
C. 72 D. 68
How many teams are in March Madness?
A. 60 B. 64
C. 72 D. 68
Which country is Saint Patrick the patron saint of?
a. Patrick Stewartland c. Ireland
b. Canada d. Spain
Ireland
When is the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere?
March 20th
March 22nd
March 25th
The first day of spring is March 20th
This day celebrates the Italian pasta that is frequently stuffed with beef or cheese
National Ravioli Day!
What do you call a bear caught in the rain?
A drizzly bear.
What is the traditional March Madness song played at the end of the final tournament game?
A. One Shining Moment
B. We are the Champions
C. Yes, We Have No Bananas
D. They are the Champions
"One Shining Moment" is traditionally played at the end of the championship game as the winning team's players cut down the nets, to a montage of highlights from the tournament.
According to Irish lore, what animal did St. Patrick drive out of Ireland?
A. Lemurs C. Chickens
B. Ostriches D. Snakes
Snakes
Who is the Greek goddess of Spring and nature?
A. Artemis
B. Persephone
C. Hera
Persephone is a Greek goddess and queen of the underworld. She is the daughter of Zeus and Demeter, and the wife of Hades.
This day celebrates mysterious encounters with otherworldly visitors!
Alien Abduction Day
What type of bird should you never take to the bank?
A rob-in.
Which team has won the most national titles in the history of the NCAA tournament?
a. Kentucky b. UCLA
c. North Carolina d. Indiana
UCLA - with 11 national championships
What’s the highest number of leaves ever recorded on a single clover stem?
A. 2 C. 21
B. 8 D. 63
63, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. The latest record was set in Japan in 2023.
What is the main spring allergy trigger?
Pollen
Dust mites
Mold
Pollen
This day celebrates the rich heritage of the language of France
French Language Day
Why is the florist so happy in the spring?
Because business is blooming!
Who is the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I basketball?
a. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
b. Wilt Chamberlain
c. Jerry Lucas
d. Pete Maravich
d. Pete Maravich - LSU 1967 to 1970, 3,667 points (before the 3 point rule)
Is the correct spelling St. Patty or St. Paddy?
St. Paddy. “Pádraig is the Gaelic or Irish origin of the name Patrick, which is colloquially shortened to Paddy, hence the abbreviation St. Paddy’s Day,” explains Anna Pyshna, a spokesperson for the online language tutoring site Preply.
What Carnival celebration takes place between 3 Kings Day and Ash Wednesday?
Mardi Gras - is a festive holiday that marks the end of the pre-Lenten season and the beginning of Lent. It's celebrated with parades, music, costumes, and feasting.
Today is a holiday dedicated to the rich, malty flavor of this traditional German beer whose name even a chicken could pronounce!
Bock Beer Day
What do you call a well-dressed lion?
A dandy lion!
Where did the term "March Madness" originate?
The term "March Madness" originated in 1939 with an essay by Henry V. Porter, an Illinois high school official. Porter used it to describe the excitement surrounding the state's high school basketball tournaments. The term became associated with the NCAA tournament in the 1980s.
Where was the real Saint Patrick born?
A. San Francisco C. Santorini
B. Ireland D. Britain
He was born in Britain likely around the fifth century
In which country do cherry blossom trees signify the beginning of spring?
Thailand
China
Japan
Japan - Cherry blossoms, or sakura, are a symbol of hope, new beginnings, and love in Japan.
This international holiday aims to make people around the world realize the importance of joy and satisfaction within their lives.
The International Day of Happiness
Why do birds fly north in the springtime?
Because it is faster than walking!