Groundhog Day: A Shadowy Forecast

What is Groundhog Day traditionally celebrated?

• February 2nd

• March 15th

• April 1st

• December 25th

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Where did the tradition of Groundhog Day originate?

• United States

• Germany

• Canada

• United Kingdom

Which animal is central to the Groundhog Day celebrations?

• A rabbit

• A groundhog

• A fox

• A bear

What is the name of the most famous groundhog in the United States associated with Groundhog Day?

• Punxsutawney Phil

• Staten Island Chuck

• General Beauregard Lee

• Buckeye Chuck

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What happens if the groundhog sees its shadow on Groundhog Day?

• It means an early spring

• It predicts a flood

• It signifies a longer winter

• It has no significance

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In which state is Punxsutawney, the town famous for its Groundhog Day celebration, located?

• Ohio

• Pennsylvania

• New York

• Indiana

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How did early German settlers in Pennsylvania contribute to the tradition of Groundhog Day?

• They introduced the groundhog as a weather predictor

• They used a different animal for the prediction

• They only celebrated it as a religious holiday

• They did not celebrate Groundhog Day at all

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What was Groundhog Day initially called in Europe?

• Shadow Day

• Candlemas Day

• Spring Prognostication Day

• Animal Day

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What is the groundhog also known as in some regions?

• Whistle pig

• Prairie dog

• Marmot

• Hedgehog

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Which of the following is NOT a tradition associated with Groundhog Day?

• Eating groundhog-themed foods

• Watching the groundhog emerge from its burrow

• Sending greeting cards

• Planting trees