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Countries starting with a C!

Another geography round. This time it is countries starting with a C…..C for Christmas!

Here we go with another geography trivia round! All on countries starting with the letter C! 

  1. How many territories does Canada have? – 3
  2. What country starting with a “C” borders Chad to the south? – Central African Republic
  3. What two South American countries are known for producing Pisco, a brandy made by distilling fermented grape juice? – Chile and Peru
  4. Dalmatian dogs are named after a historic region part of which modern-day country? – Croatia
  5. The “Trits” ice cream brand originates in which Central American country? – Costa Rica
  6. Columbia takes its name from what explorer? – Christopher Columbus
  7. The island country of Cabo Verde, or Cape Verde, is part of which continent? – Africa
  8. What country’s women’s football team is known as the “Indomitable Lionesses”? – Cameroon’s
  9. Plzen, the birthplace of the pilsner style beer, is located in which European country? – Czech Republic
  10. According to Greek mythology, Cyprus is the birthplace of what goddess and her lover? – Aphrodite and Adonis

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The Marshmallow Round

10 super sugary and puffy marshmallow questions to give you a rush and get the weekend started!

This trivia post is inspired by the delicious marshmallows of I Love Puffy Love. Enjoy these 10 sugary questions!

  1. The word “Marshmallow” is derived from the plant Mallow and what other word that describes the habitat of this plant? – Marsh
  2. Which country started whipping marshmallow sap in the 19th century and created the popular “fluffy” style? – France
  3. What ingredient is typically added to give marshmallows their airiness and structure? – Gelatin
  4. What type of cracker is traditionally used for the ends of a s’more? – Graham cracker
  5. What is the name of the marshmallow monster appearing in the Ghostbuster movies? – Stay Puft Marshmallow Man
  6. What company makes the popular marshmallow chicks, “Peeps”? – Just Born
  7. Compared to regular marshmallows, what key ingredient is traditionally missing from marshmallow creme? – Gelatin
  8. The traditional American Rocky Road dessert is comprised of chocolate, marshmallows and what other ingredient? – Nuts (Walnuts or Almonds)
  9. What year did Kraft introduce Jet-Puffed Marshmallows? – 1958
  10. Which version of Android was named “Marshmallow”? – 6

Have a great weekend and indulge yourself.

Trivia Round – St. Patrick’s Day 2017

Who makes Shamrock Shakes and 9 more St. Patrick’s Day trivia questions!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Put on some green clothes and enjoy this round of St. Patrick’s Day trivia.

  1. According to legends, what animal did St. Patrick banish from Ireland? – The snake
  2. What does “shamrock” translate to from the Irish language? – Little clover, or young clover
  3. As what kind of blue do some describe the background of the Coat of Arms of Ireland? – St. Patrick’s blue
  4. Which city in Pakistan is home to St. Patrick’s High School? – Karachi
  5. At the start of which movie were the brothers Connor and Murphy MacManus celebrating St. Patrick’s Day when a brawl ensued? – The Boondock Saints
  6. What plant has become the symbol of St. Patrick’s Day? – The shamrock
  7. Which University’s athletic teams are collectively known as the Fighting Irish? – University of Notre Dame
  8. What two colors are present on the Saint Patrick’s flag? – Red and white
  9. Which fast food company is known for its Shamrock Shakes that are sold in limited quantities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? – McDonald’s
  10. What meal is traditionally eaten on St. Patrick’s Day? – Corned beef and cabbage

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