Chilly Context Clues
The frigid air made my cheeks sting, and I had to wrap my scarf tightly around my face.
What does "frigid" mean?
Extreme cold (Clue: "my cheeks sting")
The lake is covered in ice. She gave him the cold shoulder and treated him with ice. What are 2 meanings for the word, "ice"?
2. A cold or unfriendly attitude
This is a sport where people slide down a mountain using two pieces of wood attached to each foot.
Skiing
I blow and howl, and I’m very cold. I can make snowflakes dance in the air. What am I?
The winter wind
What kind of dogs usually pull dogsleds in Alaska?
a. Great dane, b. Newfoundland, c. Husky
c. Husky
The snow was glistening under the moonlight, sparkling like tiny diamonds.
What does "glistening" mean?
Brightness (Clue: sparkling).
There was frost on the car window this morning. Her frosty tone made it clear she was upset.
What are 2 meanings for the word, "frost"?
1. A thin layer of ice that forms on surfaces.
2. A cold or distant manner.
People do this at a rink using special shoes
Ice skating
I fall gently from the sky, unique in every way. I'm cold to the touch, but I'll melt if I stay. What am I?
Snowflakes
What color is a polar bear's skin?
a. white, b. black, c. tan
b. black
The barren landscape stretched for miles, with no plants or animals in sight.
What does "barren" mean?
Emptiness (Clue: no plants/animals in sight)
The snowdrift blocked the road. His thoughts began to drift during the long lecture.
What are 2 meanings for the word, "drift"?
1. A pile of snow or something moving slowly
2. To wander or stray.
People eat this red and white candy during the winter.
Candy Cane
I light up the night, sparkle, and shine. You’ll find me hanging from rooftops during the winter. What am I?
Holiday Lights
Which country is the only one to have won a medal at every Olympic Winter Games?
a. United States, b. United Kingdom, c. Germany
a. United States
The serene winter morning was quiet, with soft snow covering the ground.
What does "serene" mean?
Tranquil/calm (Clue: quiet)
The chill in the air made us shiver. Let's chill out and watch a movie.
What are 2 meanings for the word, "chill"?
1. A feeling of cold.
2. To relax or calm down
When you lay down in the snow and move your arms and legs around, what are you making?
Snow Angels
I’m fun to ride but hard to steer. My name has a type of weather in it. What am I?
Snowboard
In 2022, 222 athletes competed as part of Team USA in the Winter Olympics. Which state had the highest number of athletes?
a. California, b. Colorado, c. Minnesota
a. California
We took a brisk walk in the chilly afternoon air, enjoying the refreshing breeze.
What does "brisk" mean?
Cold/fast (Clue: chilly)
Be careful, or you’ll slip on the icy sidewalk. He let a secret slip during the meeting.
What are 2 meanings for the word, "slip"?
1. To lose footing and fall.
2. To make a small mistake.
What kind of house can you make out of snow?
Igloos
I cover roads and sidewalks, making them slippery. People sprinkle salt to make me melt. What am I?
Ice
Where was the coldest temperature recorded in the mainland US?
a. Montana, b. Oklahoma, c. New Hampshire
a. Montana (at -70 degrees F)