Autumn Adventures
In the United States, what holiday is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November?
Thanksgiving
What pie is a popular dessert during the fall season, especially for Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin Pie
What are the three most prominent colors of leaves during the autumn season?
Red, orange, and yellow
What small, bushy-tailed rodent is known for its habit of gathering and storing nuts for the winter?
Squirrel
What is the term for the thick, knitted clothing item worn around the neck and shoulders in chilly fall weather?
Shawl
What is the process of gathering ripe crops from the fields called?
Harvesting
What do you call the orange vegetable often used for carving?
Pumpkin
What fruit is often associated with autumn, is commonly used for pies, and comes in varieties like Granny Smith and Gala?
Apples
Which bird is often the highlight of Thanksgiving dinner?
Turkey
What type of footwear is commonly worn to crunch through fallen leaves in the autumn?
Boots
In which fall activity do you roast marshmallows and make s'mores around a fire?
Bonfire
What spice is commonly used in fall desserts like pumpkin pie?
Cinnamon
What type of fruit is the key ingredient in a classic Thanksgiving sauce that pairs perfectly with Turkey?
Cranberry
What small, flying mammals are often seen at dusk in the fall and are associated with Halloween?
Bats
What warm, long-sleeved outerwear item is often worn in the fall to stay cozy?
Jacket/Coat
In India, what Hindu festival celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil in the fall?
Diwali
What beverage, frequently served hot in the fall, is made from pressed apples?
Apple Cider
Which tree species is famous for its brilliant red leaves in the autumn?
Japanese Maple/Maple
What bird is often associated with wisdom and is commonly heard hooting in the fall?
Owl
What fabric is commonly used for fall jackets and coats to keep you warm?
Fleece
In Mexico, what holiday is celebrated in late October and early November to honor deceased loved ones?
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
What type of nut is often found in fall desserts like pecan pie?
Pecan
In the fall, maple trees are known for their brilliant red and orange leaves. What is the sugary substance produced by maples that's used to make syrup?
Maple Sap
What bird is often associated with the arrival of fall as they migrate south in flocks?
Geese
What is the name for the iconic and versatile fall fashion item that is a long, loose-fitting overcoat, often worn by Sherlock Holmes?
Trench coat