Outing_March_2024

Riddle: An electric train is travelling east to west at a speed of 100kph. The wind is blowing west to east at a speed of 80kph. Which direction does the smoke blow?

As I was going to St. Ives, I met a man with seven wives, Each wife had seven sacks, Each sack had seven cats, Each cat had seven kits: Kits, cats, sacks, and wives, How many were there going to St. Ives?

Answer explanation

In England, Saint-Yves typically refers to St Ives, a town and civil parish in Cornwall, South West England. St Ives is renowned for its picturesque harbor, beautiful beaches, and vibrant art scene. It attracts visitors from around the world for its stunning coastal scenery, cultural events, and artistic heritage.

Riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I?

Answer explanation

Footsteps

Riddle: A cowboy rode into town on Friday. He stayed for three nights and rode out on Friday. How is this possible?

Answer explanation

His horse's name is Friday.

And now, a few questions about bees and honey.

What is the ideal relative humidity level inside a bee hive?

• A) 30-40%

• B) 50-60%

• C) 70-80%

• D) 90-100%

Answer explanation

Maintaining a relative humidity level of 50-60% inside the hive is ideal for honey bee health and brood development.

What is the role of propolis in a bee hive?

• A) Food storage

• B) Brood development (développement du "couvain")

• C) Hive insulation and sealing

• D) Queen mating

Answer explanation

Propolis is used by bees to seal cracks and gaps in the hive, providing insulation and protection against pathogens.

Now, here's a series of questions about Sherlock Holmes.

What is the famous catchphrase often attributed to Sherlock Holmes?

AND

What is the address of Sherlock Holmes' residence?

Who is Sherlock Holmes' notorious adversary, his arch-Nemesis often referred to as the "Napoleon of Crime"?

What kind of animal is the terrifying creature haunting Sherlock Holmes and the Baskerville family?

• a) Wolf

• b) Hound

• c) Bear

• d) Panther