Flowers
Food & Allergies
Months of Spring
Sayings & History
Insects & Animals
100

Often called the most beautiful, most romantic, most fragrant, and among the most temperamental of flowers, what flower is frequently sold by the dozen, with long stems?

A. Daisy

B. Rose

C. Orchid

D. Carnation


CORRECT ANSWER:

B. Rose

Roses form a large family, with around 100 species occurring naturally, and thousands of cultivars. They come in a variety of forms, from trailing vines to woody shrubs. The largest number of species is native to Asia, but there are also varieties native to Africa, Europe, and North America.

100

True or False. Chocolate, Jelly beans, and marshmallows are popular Easter treats we see today. 

CORRECT ANSWER:

True 

Before chocolate, jelly beans and marshmallow, hot cross buns were served as Easter treats. These beautiful and simplistic sweet rolls were made by European monks and given during the poor during Lent.

100

True or False. April Fools Day Occurs in Spring?


CORRECT ANSWER:

TRUE

April 1st is between March 20-June 21

100

True or False.We've used the word “spring” for the season since the 16th century.

CORRECT ANSWER:

True

Before Spring was called Spring, it was called Lent in Old English. Starting in the 14th century, that time of year was called “springing time”—a reference to plants “springing” from the ground. In the 15th century this got shortened to “spring-time,” and then further shortened in the 16th century to just “spring.”

100

Spring is in the air when you look in a field and see lambs jumping around for joy. Which of these baby animals is mainly associated with Easter?

A.Duck

B.Sheep

C.Bunny

D.Puppy


CORRECT ANSWER:

C. Bunny

The bunny rabbit is associated with Easter, as well as lambs and chicks. According to German folklore, the Easter bunny would visit the night before Easter with chocolate eggs, and much like Christmas, if children were good they would be given the sweet treats.


200

This lush and very fragrant flower is native to the warmer regions of Asia, and Oceania. It can be made into tea and also is used in perfumes. What is its name?

A. Lilac

B. Chamomile

C. Jasmine

D. Buttercup

CORRECT ANSWER:

C. Jasmine

The gathering of jasmine flowers to make perfumes or oils is performed at night because their scent intensifies when it is dark. The flowers are generally white or yellow.

200

Allergies increase in Spring mainly due to what?

A.Wetter weather

B. Increase in pollen

C. In season fruit and vegetables not as good as other seasons

D. Decrease in vitamin D levels


CORRECT ANSWER:

 B. Increase in pollen. 

Spring is often nicknamed “hayfeaver season” due to the increase in pollen from grasses, weeds and trees as plants sprout. 

200

True or False. Tornadoes are most common in the spring and least common in winter.

True

Although favorable conditions for tornadoes in the United States can occur at any time, they are most common in spring and least common in winter Because spring is a transitional period for the climate, there are more chances of cooler air meeting with warmer air, resulting in more thunderstorms.

200

The earliest known use of the term “spring cleaning” was in..

A. 1700s

B. 1800s

C. 1900s

D. 2000s

CORRECT ANSWER:

B. 1800s

The earliest known use of the term “spring cleaning” was in 1857.

200

Spring is the time when everything is growing and bursting into life. True or False. Beautiful Butterflies emerge from a chrysalis in the springtime?


CORRECT ANSWER:

TRUE


300

These familiar cup-shaped flowers grow from bulbs. They can be found in a wide array of colors. What flower is this, nearly synonymous with springtime?

A. Tulip

B. Morning Glory

C. Plumerias

D. Tiger Lily

CORRECT ANSWER:

A. Tulip 

Tulips are native to Africa, Asia and Europe. They grow wild - close to 75 wild species have been identified! - throughout Mediterranean latitudes from Spain to northwestern China. They require a period of cool temperatures yearly, when they go dormant.

300

In Spring, which following vegetable is considered in season?

A. Artichoke

B. Bell Peppers

C. Celery

D. Eggplant


CORRECT ANSWER:

A. Artichokes.

These days most fruit and veg is available all year round depending on how it is grown. However artichokes are considered best harvested in Spring whereas the other three are more abundant in Summer and sometimes Autumn.


300

Is Spring considered the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th Season of the Year?

A. 1st

B. 2nd

C. 3rd

D. 4th

CORRECT ANSWER:

A. 1st

Spring is considered the first season of the year since Winter begins in December.

Last Winter was—> Friday, December 2, 2018 - Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Season Order: Spring—>Summer—>Autumn—>Winter


300

According to folklore, what can we balance on the ground on the first day of Spring?

A. a stone

B. an egg

C. a broom

D. a football


CORRECT ANSWER:

B or C An egg or a broom

It was a (mainly Chinese) myth that, due to the length of the day being more or less equal and the sun’s position between the poles and the Earth being even, you could balance an egg or a broom on the ground.  


300

True or False.  

“Rabbits” and “Hares” are exactly the same thing just different names.

CORRECT ANSWER:

FALSE

HARES and RABBITS look similar, and some may hop to the conclusion that they're the same animal but they are NOT. They are in the same family (Leporidae) but they're "different species, like sheep and goats. Hares and Rabbits have differences in size, life history, and preferred habitat. They look similar but they are not the same.

400

What pretty flower, with a galactic name, is actually a member of the sunflower family?

A. Cosmos

B. Moonflower

C. Clematis

D. Morning Glory

CORRECT ANSWER:

A. Cosmos

Most cosmos species are native to Mexico, Central and South America, and the southern US. There are many species, some of which were introduced into central Africa and have thrived, so that cosmos are plentiful in that continent as well. They come in a wide array of colors, but not all cosmos grow to the height of sunflowers. Some varieties reach only a foot in height.

400

What snack food has significance during Lent which takes place in Spring?

A. Popcorn

B. Pretzels

C. Chocolate 

CORRECT ANSWER:

B. Pretzels

The twisted pretzel is said to have its roots in Lent. According to legend, a 7th century monk made bread from flour, water, and salt—no eggs or milk because they were avoided during Lent. He then formed it into the shape of a common prayer pose of the day, hands on opposite shoulders. You have to turn the pretzel upside down to see it.


400

Which Holiday does not occur during Spring?

A.Mothers Day

B. Easter 

C. St. Patricks Day

D. Fathers Day

CORRECT ANSWER:

C. St. Patricks Day

St. Patrick's Day is on March 17th, just a few days before the beginning of Spring.

Spring is March 20 - June 21

400

What is the first day of Spring called?

A. The Easter Equinox

B. The Spring Solstice

C. The Easter Solstice

D. The Vernal Equinox

CORRECT ANSWER:

D. The Vernal Equinox

400

Spring for the Young! Which animal is NOT usually born in the Spring?

A. Bears

B. Rabbits

C. Deers

D. Otters

CORRECT ANSWER:

A. Bears

Bears give birth during the winter.  Then in the spring the now several month old babies emerge from their dens to greet the world.

Squirrels also give birth during the winter.  The babies spend the first 7 – 10 weeks with their mother in the den before they emerge in the springtime

500

This flower is well-known as the state flower of Texas. From March to May each year, it can be found in abundance along Texas highways and sprinkled through fields. Can you guess its name?

A. Clover

B. Hibiscus

C. Snapdragon

D. Bluebonnet


CORRECT ANSWER:

D. Bluebonnet 

Bluebonnets include a number of species, all of which fall into the genus Lupinus, a type of legume. The petal's shape resembles a pioneer woman's bonnet, hence the name.

500

Which Food symbolize life, immortality, and rebirth for many religions and cultures throughout the world?

A. Ham

B. Bread

C. Egg

D. Turkey

CORRECT ANSWER:

C. Egg

Eggs symbolize life, immortality, and rebirth for many religions and cultures throughout the world. But they became a food staple on the Easter table many centuries ago. Seems the egg was a banned food item during the 40-day fast of Lent, which made them a very desirable food item during the Eastern Sunday feast.

500

True or False. According to a Facebook study, couples are most likely to break up in the spring and two weeks before Christmas.

CORRECT ANSWER:

True

The lowest breakup time was Christmas Day and from August through October.

500

The WW1 German attacks called Kaiser’s Battle were also known as what?

A. The Spring Attack

B. The Spring Offensive

C. The Spring Bombing

D. The Spring Battle


CORRECT ANSWER:

B. The Spring Offensive. 

It was a huge attack on the Western Front which took place in the Spring of 1918 and was Germany’s attempt to end World War One. 


500

What type of Animal is an "English Springer" ?

A. Hamster

B. Bird

C. Cat

D. Dog


CORRECT ANSWER:

D. DOG

An "ENGLISH SPRINGER Spanial" is a type of breed of gun dog in the Spaniel family traditionally used for flushing and retrieving games in Spring.