Christmas Trivia
In the movie Home Alone, where does the McCallister family travel to for Christmas?
Paris
What was the safety topic of the month for December?
WHMIS
Can you name 3 of the 5 salmon species found in Vancouver area?
Chinook, Chum, Coho, Sockeye, Pink
Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"
Mars
What is the name of the stomach chamber in a cow where fermentation of food occurs?
Rumen
In the song The Twelve Days of Christmas, what gift is given on the 7th day?
What organization did we recently partner with to give 12-week job placements to neurodivergent young adults after their job coaching?
CAN-Step (or Canucks Autism Network)
What is the term for the nutrient rich water zone where rivers like the Fraser meet the Pacific Ocean?
Estuary
What is the only country that is also a continent?
Australia
What is the name of a female pig that has given birth?
Sow
In Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, what is the name of Scrooge's deceased business partner?
Jacob Marley
How many INDOOR birthday party packages does MWF offer?
Pen Party, Farm Fun, Barnyard Bash, Pasture Palooza (4 total)
What is the name of the iconic tree species know for it's thick bark, soft & flat citrus-smelling needles, and towering height?
Douglas fir
What year did the first iPhone get released?
2007
What is the term for a horse's ability to quickly change direction while maintaining speed, often seen in races and in rodeo events?
"hard turn" or "spin"
What country is credited with starting the tradition of decorating a Christmas tree?
Germany
How many staff in our section? Including all Aux staff & Selina....
23!
What invasive plant species, often seen along roadsides, is known for its bright yellow flowers and ability to spread very quickly?
Scotch broom
What is the smallest bone in the human body?
The stapes
What is the name of the gland at the base of many birds tails used for waterproofing, insultation, and ensuring feathers stay in good condition?
Uropygial gland
What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding in the United Kingdom?
A coin
How many staff in our section, including Selina, are designated as "inside" staff & how many as "outside" staff?
9 outside
14 Inside
What is the term for the stage in a salmon's life cycle when it transitions from freshwater to saltwater, adapting to the ocean environment?
Smoltification
What is the name of the longest-running scientific experiment? Ongoing since 1927.
Pitch Drop Experiment
Began in Australia, designed to observe the properties of pitch, which appears solid at room temp but it's actually a slow-flowing liquid
What breed of chicken is known for it's striking featherless neck and is often raised for meat?
Turken or Naked Neck