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What is Hunter's moon?
Believed that the name orignates from the fact that it was a signal for hunters to prepare for the upcoming cold winter by going hunting.
Name of the full moon in October.
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What is Lays potato chips?
The advertising slogan references the addictive nature of potato chips and unlikelihood that anyone would be satisfied with just one.
"Betcha can't eat just one"
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What is McDonald's?
It opened in the south of London, and the location is still open today.
This American fast food giant opened its doors in the UK on October 1, 1974.
a. Burger King b. Whataburger c. Jack in the Box d. McDonald's |
What is the hustle?
The dance originated in the South Bronx among young Puerto Rican dancers.
This disco dance of the '70s was popularized by Van McCoy's hit song and combined mambo, salsa, and swing.
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What is true?
They also know which humans are good and bad based on their previous experience with them. They can even hold grudges against people they perceive as threats.
True or False. Crows can recognize and remember human faces.
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What are harvest festivals?
These events take place in various cultures around the world. From Oktoberfest in Germany to Thanksgiving in the U.S., these festivals often involve feasting, music, dancing, and traditional ceremonies.
These celebrations are held to give thanks for a bountiful harvest and to celebrate the abundance of the season.
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What is Maxwell House coffee?
The slogan has been in use since early 1900s, when good coffee was still hard to find.
"Good to the last drop"
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What is the first Monday?
The start date is set by statute. Did you know that the term "sitting" refers to hearing cases? The court is in "recess" when it considers cases, writes briefs, and issues decisons and orders.
Every year, the U.S. Supreme Court convenes its new season on this Monday in October.
a. first b. second c. third d. fourth |
What is the moonwalk?
The original dance move was reportedly created by tap dancer Bill Bailey around 1955.
Though this dance has roots in early tap routines, it was popularized by Michael Jackson in his "Motown 25" TV performance in 1983.
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What is a coven?
In books and mythology, covens are often shown as meeting at night in mysterious groups of 13 to cast spells and make potions. Also said to focus on ceremonial and ritualist magic.
A group of witches is called this.
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What is corn?
Also known as maize, is an essential crop. It's used as not only a staple food but also for various other purposes such as animal feed, biofuel production, and even industrial applications.
This tiny, golden crop is one of the most harvested crops globally.
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What is Jif?
First used in a 1977 commercial for Jif peanut butter. The slogan was a key factor in helping Jif surpass Skippy to become the market leader during the 1980 peanut butter crisis.
"Choosy mothers choose" this.
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What is the eighth month/
"Octo-," means 8 in Latin and Greek. Under the ancient Roman lunar calendar, there were 12 months, but only 10 had names. The original 10 months retained their names but not their numerical positions when Jan and Feb were added to the calendar.
"Octo-," the first part of October, gives a hint that October was originally in this numerical position on the calendar.
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What is the hand jive?
The dance is associated with rhythm and blues music.
With its roots in the mid-1950s, this complex clapping and hand-shaking dance was popularized by the movie "Grease."
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What is bone fire?
It stems from the Middle English "bonefire," literally referring to a fire of bones.
Bonfire originated from these two words.
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What is flooding the fields?
When the fields are flooded, the cranberries float to the top, making harvesting easier.
Cranberries are harvested by doing this.
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What are Skittles?
Developed and launched by a NY advertising agency in 1994, it's one of the longest running advertising campaigns ever.
"Taste the rainbow"
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What is the World Series?
The winner of the World Series championship is determined through a best of seven playoff, and the winning team is awarded the Commissioner's Trophy.
This annual championship begins in October in the U.S. and Canada.
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What is the macarena?
Recorded by Los del Rio, the song "Macarena" was inspired by a beautiful flamenco dancer.
This popular party dance reached the top of the American pop charts in 1996 as a remix of Spanish language rumba.
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What is salt?
It's believed to have protective or purifying properties. The specific meaning and symbolism can vary across different cultural, religious, or spiritual practices.
You sprinkle this on your doorstep to keep spirits out of your home.
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What is sugarcane?
It's the most produced crop in the world, and Brazil produces over 650 million tons of it a year.
The single biggest crop in the world.
a. apples b. corn c. sugarcane d. rice |
What is Taco Bell?
The slogan translates to "live more," and was introduced in 2012 as part of a new marketing strategy. It's said to signify the brand's commitment to value, quality, relevance, and an exceptional experience.
"Live mas"
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What is fall foliage or the transformation of leaves?
In the U.S., people flock to the northeastern region where vast areas of maples, birches, and poplars change their colors.
The major tourist attraction in the Northeastern U.S.
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What is the YMCA?
The dance became a hit after their performance on "American Bandstand."
This dance craze was performed by the band the Village People.
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What is a werewolf?
They are one of the most common supernatural creatures found in both stone cities and forests.
Another name for a lycanthrope.
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