Canadian Slang and Culture

What is a tuque?

• A knitted hat, often worn in cold weather.

• A traditional dance performed in winter festivals.

• A style of painting popular in the 19th century.

• A type of fruit commonly found in tropical regions.

Who is referred to as a Newfie?

• A type of dog breed

• A person from Newfoundland and Labrador

• A person from Nova Scotia

• A Canadian city resident

What does the term hoser imply about a person?

• A highly skilled individual.

• A person with great wisdom.

• A foolish or inept person.

• An expert in their field.

What is a rink rat known for?

• A dedicated hockey player who spends a lot of time at the rink.

• A casual skater who rarely practices

• A referee officiating games

• A coach who trains young players

Define kerfuffle in simple terms.

• A kerfuffle is a noisy argument or disturbance.

• A kerfuffle is a delicious meal.

• A kerfuffle refers to a peaceful gathering.

• A kerfuffle is a type of dance.

What is a Chinook?

• A type of traditional dance

• A brand of outdoor gear

• A Chinook is a type of warm wind or a breed of salmon.

• A species of bird native to North America

What is a loonie?

• A loonie is a type of Canadian currency note.

• A loonie is a Canadian two-dollar coin.

• A loonie is a nickname for the Canadian dollar bank account.

• A loonie is the Canadian one-dollar coin.

What does a double-double refer to in coffee?

• A coffee with one cream and one sugar.

• A coffee with no cream and no sugar.

• A coffee with two creams and two sugars.

• A coffee with three creams and one sugar.