5/16/25 The World from A to Z ( Thursday 5/14/25)

What unusual feature stood out in the English countryside’s reservoir?
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• A creek snaking through dry, sandy layers

• A treehouse built by tourists

• A field full of fountains

• A blooming bridge of flowers

How are UK officials attempting to manage the water shortage?
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• Containing leaks and balancing water networks

• Building new lakes from Legos

• Hosting cloud-seeding ceremonies

• Filling it with soda and hope

What does the Consumer Price Index (CPI) track?
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• Changes in prices month over month

• Cookie prices worldwide

• Celebrity popularity levels

• Favorite pizza toppings

What was April’s annual inflation rate in the U.S.?
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• 2.3%, showing signs of cooling

• 0.1%—virtually vanishing

• 20%—economy on fire!

• Inflate to 80 PSI cold

Who became a national hero for sailing solo at 16?
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• Jessica Watson

• Captain Kangaroo

• Nautical Ned

• Sydney Stormchaser

What sport did Eddie Cicotte, Chick Gandil and Buck Weaver play?

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• Baseball

• Brooklyn Dodgers

• Chicaho Hope

• Chicago Red Socks

Which states experienced flooding from heavy spring rain?
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• Pennsylvania and Maryland

• Maine and Vermont

• Texas and Arizona

• Utah and Nevada

What economic trend often coincides with rising temperatures in the U.S.?
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• Consumer spending increases

• Sweater subscriptions spike

• Snow plow sales soar

• Ice cream stock plummets

What surprising grocery item saw a 12% price dip?
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• Eggs

• Designer donuts

• Sparkling spinach

• Pancake perfume

What 1919 sports scandal involved Chick Gandil and Shoeless Joe?
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