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I am the flower most associated with Memorial Day
Red poppies are commonly associated with Memorial Day and are a symbolic way to remember veterans. People often wear red poppies on their lapels or clothing as a symbol of respect for those who have died in war.
100
Which flower is most often considered the symbol of Mother’s Day?
What is the rose. If you give red roses to your Mom, you signify respect and undying love. This is the most traditional and popular choice.
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Why are infants born in May unique? More female infants are born in May than in any other month More male infants are born in May than in any other month More Caesarian Sections are performed in May than in any other month They are an average of 200 grams heavier at birth than children born in any other month They have an adult IQ an average of 5 points higher than children born in any other month
One would think that January sees the heaviest babies given all the holiday eating but this is untrue. May is actually the month that sees the heaviest babies born. Usually about an average of 200 grams heavier than any other month.
100
What color is a John Deere tractor?
John Deere tractors are known for their GREEN AND YELLOW coloring. However, the first John Deere was actually red. John Deere was the inventor of the successful steel plow in 1837. By 1841, John Deere was manufacturing up to 75 steel plows a DAY. The decision to "Brand" all of Deere's equipment green and yellow was finalized by 1910, when all of the "Many Brands" that Deere owned were consolidated into "Deere & Company", which became the new company name.
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True or False: Adam was the first human made by God according to the Bible texts.
True: Here is what Genesis Chapter 1 Verse 26 says: "Let us make man someone like the maker to be the master of all life on the earth and in the skies and in the seas".
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What do most people consider Memorial Day the start of?
The cultural beginning of summer is associated with Memorial Day, although the official solstice is actually in June. Many people use the weekend to plant flowers or to take a vacation. This cultural summer season traditionally lasts until Labor Day which is the first Monday of September.
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What is the Highest Recorded Number of Children born to one mother? 10, 17, 37, 69
The highest officially recorded number of children born to one mother is 69. She gave birth to 16 pairs of twins, seven sets of triplets, and four sets of quadruplets. 67 of them survived infancy. Can you imagine remembering all 67 of their names? Especially considering that woman would also need to deal with the fact that many of them came in identical sets. I don’t know about you, but my parents have to go through every one of my siblings names before they can correctly say mine when they want to get my attention. That must have taken forever in that family.
200
Which two signs of the zodiac share the month of May? Capricorn and Gemini Aires and Taurus Taurus and Libra Gemini and Cancer Taurus and Gemini
Aries; sign Ram. March 20- April 19 aries rules the head and is traditionally thought to be a headstrong sign, action first and thinking about it later. Taurus; sign bull. April 20- May 20 They can be very concerned about material security and acquiring wealth, becoming possessive about possessions and cautious about change.
200
True or False...Both female & male mammals have the ability to produce milk?
FALSE, milk is produced by the mammary glands of female animals...just checking to see if you are paying attention ;)
200
True or False: The Ten Commandments can be found in the book of Exodus, New Testament.
Trick question answer is false Exodus Chapter 20 does lists all of the Ten Commandments. However, Exodus can be found in the Old Testament.
300
What is another name for Memorial Day?
Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day. It was created to honor the memory soldiers who had died serving the country during the civil war.
300
What is the Shortest Interval Between Two Children
Jayne Bleackley is the mother who holds the record for the shortest interval between two children born in separate confinements. She gave birth to Joseph Robert on September 3, 1999, and Annie Jessica Joyce on March 30, 2000. The babies were born 208 days apart. Approx. 7 months
300
Which state was admitted to the union in May 1858? North Dakota South Dakota Minnesota Wyoming Idaho
What is Minnesota. On May 11, 1858, the bill for the admission of Minnesota was passed by congress and approved by President James Buchanan. However, word of its passage did not reach St. Paul until almost two weeks later. Minnesota had no telegraph lines or railroads, so a telegram was sent to Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, and carried up the Mississippi River to St. Paul by steamboat. On May 24, 1858, the state officers took their oaths of office, and Minnesota’s state government began to function.
300
What was meant by "Spring Chicken" in the early 1900's? A young female chicken, An old female chicken, A young male chicken, An old male chicken?
A young male chicken..."Spring chickens" were a byproduct of the egg industry. They were sold while they were still young and tender, usually under 3 lbs. The term "Stewing Hens" referred to old female hens that were too old to lay eggs.
300
According to the Bible, God's laws were given to Moses on Mount Rushmore.
False: Exodus Chapter 19 Verse 20: "The Lord came down upon the top of Mount Sinai and called Moses on top of the Mountain. It is here where the laws were given to Moses".
400
What sporting event occurs during Memorial Day weekend?
The Indianapolis 500 takes place every year during Memorial Day weekend. This tradition started in 1911 with the first "500" held on May 30.
400
What is the Longest Interval Between Two Children
Elizabeth Ann Buttle is the mother who holds the record for the longest interval between the birth of two children. She gave birth to Belinda on May 19,1956 and Joseph on November 20, 1997. The babies were born 41 years 185 days apart. The mother was 60 years old when her son Joseph was born.
400
Which holiday was made official on May 9th, 1914? Arbor Day Groundhog Day Mother's Day Father's Day Mardi Gras
What is Mother's Day. Think of all the work that mothers do in raising their children. Mothers need to be celebrated! President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed May 9, 1914, the first Mother's Day. He asked Americans on that day to give a public "thank you" to their mothers and all mothers.
400
What is the largest crop for the Americas? Wheat, Corn, Beans, Beets
Nearly 270 million metric tons of CORN are produced in the U.S. alone annually. There are many varieties of corn that can be planted, such as flour corn, sweet corn, and waxy corn. What was your favorite kind to grow?
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True or False: According to the Bible texts, Jesus' earthly father Joseph was sheep herder.
False: Matthew Chapter 23 Verse 55 says the following about Joseph: "He is just the son of a carpenter".
500
Where does the President of the United States place a wreath every Memorial Day?
It is a tradition for the President to place the official Presidential wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington Cemetery located in Arlington County, Virginia.
500
What day is the most popular day of the week in which to have a baby?
Tuesday is the most popular day of the week in which to have a baby, with an average of more than 12,000 births taking place on Tuesdays during 2001.
500
Which 2 flowers are considered the flowers of May?
Hawthorn and Lily of the Valley. Hawthorn is also known as mayflower. The saying 'Ne'er cast a clout 'til May is out' may refer to the flowering of the hawthorn, or it may refer to the month of May. Either way it's time to put away winter clothing!
500
TRUE OR FALSE...Goats milk is the most consumed milk in the world?
True, there are many types of dairy goats such as, alpine, LaMancha and Nubian. More people drink goats milk than any other animals milk. Dairy goats should be fed a lot of grass, hay and grain to ensure good nutrition.
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True or False: In the Bible texts, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” was a question asked by Cain to God.
True: Genesis Chapter 4 Verse 9: "And the Lord said to Cain. Where is your brother Abel. I know not. Am I my brother's keeper?"