Love at First Bite
Sometimes called a yam in the Western world, it's really one of these
What is sweet potato?
The root vegetables look similar, but you have probably never tasted a yam. Ninety-five percent of yams are grown in West Africa, and they can grow to 45 inches in length.
These two words are exchanged at the altar during a wedding ceremony
What is "I do"?
While many couples write their own vows, they still say their "I do's"
This handheld item keeps people dry during a rainstorm
What is an umbrella?
Umbrellas have been around for thousands of years. They were often signs of royalty in ancient civilizations like the Egyptian, Assyrian, and Chinese, who used umbrellas to protect themselves from the sun
What are Pandas?
Pandas consume between 26 and 84 pounds of bamboo daily
This animal runs faster
Turkey | Giraffe
What is Giraffe?
A giraffe can run 32 miles per hour. a wild turkey can run only 20mph
A simple, yet decadent, dessert is this whole fruit dipped in chocolate
What is a strawberry?
The concept of dipping strawberries is a fairly recent introduction, originating in the 1960s at the gourmet food store Stop & Shop in Chicago, Illinois
The epic double "do" is from JFK's inaugural address
What is "ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country"?
And equally poignant passage from the same speech that is rarely quoted is "My fellow citizens of the world, ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man."
This invention allows shorter travel times between destinations by way of the air
What are airplanes?
The first jet airliner, the de Havilland Comet, began passenger flights in 1952
Wool is made from the coat of this animal
What is sheep?
A single sheep provides nearly 10 pounds of wool per year. This is enough to make six sweaters, or enough fabric to cover a large couch
A turducken is made this way
What is by stuffing a chicken inside a duck and then a turkey?
The true origin of the turducken is unknown, but claims have been made that Cajun Chef Paul Prudhomme invented the dish in the 1970s
This shellfish is often served raw on the half shell with lemon; it's a French Quarter favorite
What are oysters?
They are thought to have aphrodisiac qualities. Medical News Today website writes, "Oysters contain compounds that may improve sexual performance or desire, but science has not proven their effects."
This 1937 song by the Andrews Sisters warns the listener: Don't do this with "anyone but me"
What is "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree"?
The Andrews sisters were the first female group to earn a Gold Record and sold between 75 and 100 million records
This popular game in China is known for using tiles with dots and numbers
What is Mah-jongg?
The name mah-jongg was coined and copyrighted by Joseph P Babcock, an American resident of Shanghai, who is credited with introducing the game to the West after WWI
This animal has eight tentacles, is very intelligent, and lives in the ocean.
What is Octopus?
The octopus has three hearts. Two of its hearts work exclusively to move blood past the animal's gills, and the third circulated that oxygen-rich blood to the organs and muscles
This vegan turkey is made from soy protein
What is Tofurky?
The first Tofurky roasts were sold in 1995 after years of unsuccessful holiday meal experiments, including a "stuffed pumpkin that collapsed in the oven." Tofurky founder Seth Tibbott lived in a treehouse for seven years.
Known for its rich flavor and mood enhancing qualities, this sweet treat contains phenylethylamine, the "Love Molecule"
What is chocolate?
That would explain why it is so popular as a Valentine's gift. It must be real chocolate to contain the "love chemical"
Neither underdress nor overdress, but it's important to do this.
What is dress for the occasion?
When you're underdressed or overdressed, you can feel conspicuous, and that ruins the joy of the occasion
This household item has arms and tells time
What is a clock?
The most accurate clocks in the world are atomic clocks
This flightless bird is known for its incredible speed
What is Ostrich?
The ostrich is able to cover 15 feet in a single stride with its long legs and reach speeds of 44 miles per hour
The term "Black Friday" was originally coined to describe this event.
What is the Gold Crash of 1869?
Later it was used to describe the 1929 stock market crash. The Philadelphia police started using the term with its current usage in the early 1960s. No one on the force wanted to work the day after Thanksgiving because of the traffic jams and overcrowded sidewalks filled with shoppers, not to mention the thousands of spectators attending the annual Army-Navy football game played that day
This creamy Italian dessert is a popular romantic treat, and its name means "cooked cream"
What is Panna Cotta/
It's not a custard, and it doesn't taste like or resemble gelatin, though it's made with gelatin. It's more like a cross between a firm mousse and a custard without eggs. It's sinfully rich and silky and often topped with fruit
Men wear this color and a type of jacket at white-tie affairs
What is a black (evening) tailcoat?
The dress code for a white-tie event is strict. For example, the shirts must be wing-collared, and a white vest coat is required
This item is used to hold up someone's pants
What is a belt?
Before the 1920's, belts served mostly a decorative purpose and were associated with the military
This animal lives in the rainforest and swings through the trees
What is monkey?
Monkeys are able to solve complex problems and to learn from experience. they are also known for using tools
Besides inspiring a Hit Broadway Musical, this founding father apocryphally advocated "No citizen of the U.S. shall refrain from a turkey on Thanksgiving Day."
Who is Alexander Hamilton?
Although there was no official thanksgiving during his life, Hamilton was a huge fan of turkey