1 – Some of the nicknames for what Canadian city are Hogtown and Big Smoke?
2 – In early March, approximately what percentage of Lake Huron was covered in ice?
65% 75% 85%
3 – Anatomy: The myocardium is the muscular tissue of what organ?
4 – What former mayor was nicknamed the “Galloping Ghost” because of his blazing speed in football when he played for The Sarnia Imperials in the 1930s? (Hint: A Sarnia park is named for him)
5 – In the world of comic books, Krypto is the name of Superman’s what?
6 – Is there caffeine in chocolate? Yes or no.
7 – What geometric shape is a typical North American stop sign?
8 – Which mosquitoes bite: males, females, or both?
9 – What country’s previous name was Formosa?
Ethiopia Taiwan Thailand
10 – In a deck of cards, the nine of what suit is referred to as “the curse of Scotland”?
– Tom St. Amand (column #236)
ANSWERS: 1 – Toronto; 2 – 85%; 3 – Heart; 4 – Norm Perry; 5 – Dog; 6 – Yes; 7 – Octagon; 8 – Females; 9 – Taiwan; 10 – Diamonds.
