Canadian Trivia Flashcards

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How do deciduous trees prepare for winter?

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Reducing moisture
Reducing nutrient supply
(Storing it in more permanent parts of the plant).

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Is Coffee a fruit?

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Yes. Coffee beans are the pits at the centre of bright red coffee cherries which grow on trees.

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What happens to the green chlorophyll in the leaves of trees during winter?

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It breaks down and the leaves begin to turn yellow.

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During autumn cool nights and clear sunny days, some trees produce this chemical

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Anthocyanin

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What visual reaction does anthocyanin create?

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Red chemical

Mixes with yellow leaves to create other colors.

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What is the dirtiest spot in your home?

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The cloth or sponge you use to wipe the kitchen counter contains the most bacteria.

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How many species of mould have been identified in Canadian homes?

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More than 270

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When was Canada’s first automobile made?

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1867

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Who invented Canada’s first automobile?

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Watchmaker, Henry Seth Taylor.

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What were the features of Canada’s first automobile?

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It was self propelled, powered by steam, had no brakes and could reach a top speed of just 15 miles per hour.

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How was the steam car received?

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It was the subject of considerable ridicule by the townsfolk.

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When and where was Canada’s first concrete highway built?

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1912

Between Toronto and Hamilton

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