Winter Trivia

The first day of the winter season is called ________.

• Winter solstice

• Winter equinox

• No specific name

Which of these weather phrases best describes winter?

• Stormy and wet

• Hot and dry

• Cool and breezy

• Frosty and snowy

The Winter Olympics is a major sporting event that takes place in winter. This competition is held every ___ years.

• 2

• 4

• 6

• Varies

How cold does it have to be for water to freeze?

• 32 degrees

• 0 degrees

• -10 degrees

• 20 degrees

How many points does a snowflake usually have?

• 4

• 6

• 8

• 12

The average snowflake falls at what speed?

• 1 mph

• 2 mph

• 3 mph

• 7 mph

What is the top speed reached by a bobsled on a modern course?

• 67 mph

• 156 mph

• 42 mph

• 80 mph

True or False: Every snowflake is different.

• True

• False

What is this winter sport called?

• Skiing

• Snowboarding

• Hockey

• Bobsledding

Which winter holiday is celebrated in nearly all countries?

• Valentine's Day

• Christmas

• St. Patrick's Day

• New Year's Eve