Spring 2022

Which of the following does not happen in spring?

• Days become longer

• Blossom appears on some plants

• Temperatures start to decrease

When does spring begin in the NORTHERN Hemisphere?

• January

• February

• March

• April

In which Asian country do people visit parks and picnic to enjoy the flowers of cherry blossom in spring?

• Japan

• India

• Singapore

• China

In Greek mythology, who is the goddess of spring and nature?

• Aphrodite

• Persephone

• Eris

What is the most common trigger of allergic reactions in spring?

• Mold

• Insect stings

• Pollen from trees, weeds, and grasses

Spring is probably the most well-known part of The Four Seasons, a series of four violin concertos by which famous composer?

• Joseph Haydn

• Antonio Vivaldi

• Franz Schubert

Why do many species of birds, particularly magpies, tend to move things and swoop on people during spring?

• To protect their eggs during the breeding season

• Increased temperatures make birds more aggressive

• Growing plants make birds ravenous for foods

In which country is there a tradition of burning an effigy on the first day of spring and throwing it into the river to say farewell to the winter?

• Sri Lanka

• Colombia

• Poland

Which of the following vegetables is also known as spring onions?

• Chives

• Shallots

• Scallions

The Simpsons live in

• Cleveland

• Springfield

• Toledo