PNW Culture
Known as the “Seattle Freeze,” this describes how people in the PNW often act socially.
What is being polite but distant?
A classic Midwest phrase used when someone bumps into you.
What is “Ope”?
This NFL team is based in Seattle.
Who are the Seahawks?
This fish is one of the most famous PNW foods.
What is salmon?
Midwesterners say this word when they’re about to leave, but don’t actually leave.
What is “Welp…”?
This clothing item is basically the unofficial uniform of the PNW.
What is flannel? (Or NorthFace)
This Midwestern reputation is famous for making people overly friendly, even to strangers.
What is “Midwest nice”?
This Midwestern NFL team is known for fans wearing cheese hats.
Who are the Green Bay Packers?
This Midwest dairy product is basically a food group in Wisconsin.
What is cheese?
Midwesterners commonly call soda by this name.
What is pop?
This drink is practically a personality trait in Seattle.
What is coffee?
This dish is often called “hotdish” in Minnesota.
What is casserole?
This MLB team from the PNW has a trident-inspired logo.
Who are the Seattle Mariners?
This PNW city is famous for food trucks, weird donuts, and artisan coffee.
What is Portland?
This phrase describes the Midwestern habit of saying goodbye but staying another 20 minutes.
What is the “Midwest goodbye”?
This tech giant is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.
What is Microsoft?
This city is known for deep dish pizza and “The Bean.”
What is Chicago?
This sport is basically a religion in Indiana.
What is basketball?
This Midwest condiment ends up on fries, wings, pizza, and basically everything else.
What is ranch?
This PNW behavior involves avoiding confrontation and being quietly passive-aggressive.
What is the Seattle Freeze?
This mountain is the tallest in Washington and one of the most iconic landmarks in the PNW.
What is Mount Rainier?
This dangerous storm is a major fear in the Midwest, especially in spring.
What is a tornado?
This annual rivalry game is Michigan vs Ohio State.
What is “The Game”?
This classic Midwestern event features fried food, corn dogs, and giant turkey legs.
What is a state fair?
This describes the action of slapping your knees before standing up to leave.
What is the “Midwest exit”?