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1
If New Zealand sheep could celebrate Mother's Day, what would be the most likely gift a little lamb give its Mum?
A bouquet of the juiciest clover they could find (a delicious treat!)
A tiny model of a shearing machine (a bit too literal?)
A tiny hand-knitted wooly hat (adorable!)
A voucher for a relaxing spa day (shear relaxation!)
2
Australians spend more on Mothers Day than Fathers Day each year.
False
True
3
What's the one phrase guaranteed to make your kids will say?
Mummy.... (and then asks for something knowing the answer is no)
Can I have some money?
I cleaned my room without being asked
I already know /I know
4
In the Bible, who is known as the first Mother?
Eve
Deborah
Mary
Ruth
5
According to you, your kids room is always a mess, even when it's perfectly tidy.
True
False
6
In New Zealand, the Maori tradition of Pounamu carvings are incorporated into a Mother's Day celebration
True
False
7
Is there a specific native flower that is popular for Mother's Day in New Zealand?
Wait there's a specific native flower for Mothers Day?
This is a trick question isn't it?
Yes there is. I can tell you once the round ends.
Yeah, no.
8
Materice is celebrated in which month of the year? And where?
May, Serbia
November, Russia
December, Serbia
January, NZ
9
People spend far more on Father's Day than they do on Mother's Day.
True
False
10
Why is it Mother’s Day and not Mothers’ Day?
Mother’s Day is a day to honour “the best mother who ever lived, yours”
There isn't any big deal about the spelling
11
It is summer time when Mothers day occur in NZ and Australia
False
True
12
Schools in NZ and Australia hold events or projects where children create cards, gifts, or poems for their mothers.
False
True
13
How is materice celebrated?
Parents are made to run 1k
Parents are tied up
Parents are served breakfast in bed
Parents are locked in their room
14
Which unique custom might someone from New Zealand share with someone on the other side of the world?
Children in Germany hand-craft paper hearts for their mothers.
Brazilians throw elaborate birthday-like parties for mothers.
Mothers in Italy receive a special sweet bread called "torta della mamma".
Families in Japan celebrate with a special meal featuring carnations.
15
When did Mother's Day start in New Zealand?
1908
1910
1930
1920
16
In both NZ and Australia, Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May, so the exact date changes year to year
False
True
17
What's the most common phrase your kids may hear from you?
Love you
Go ask your Father
Because I said so
If I get up and its right there...
18
In Greek mythology, who is the mother of the gods?
Lhea
Phea
Thea
Rhea
19
What Latin word did “Mother” originate from?
Mater
Mate
Mather
Moter
20
The first goddess in Greek mythology can be called “Mother Earth,” but she is also known by what other name?
Laia
Gaia
Maia
Raia
21
Is Mother's Day a public holiday in New Zealand and Australia?
Wasn't it always?
Yes
It should be
No
22
In which month is Mother’s Day celebrated in the UK?
February
March
April
May
23
Mother’s Day is celebrated on various dates globally.
False
True
24
When did Mother's Day start in Australia?
1910
1920
1908
1975
25
The term 'mum' was invented by?
Baby's
Teenage kids
Dads
Little kids
26
“Men love women. Women love children. Children love..
Hamsters
Eating vegetables
Hammers
Sleeping
27
In Mama Mia! what song does Donna and her daughter Sophie sing together?
Dancing Queen
Does your Mother know
I've been waiting for you
Slipping through my finger
28
The kids always lose their stuff and ask you where it is, without looking. Only for you to find it straight away.
False
True
29
What iconic Australian landmark might be a popular destination for a Mother's Day family outing?
The Great Barrier Reef
A local park or beach
A bustling city center
The Sydney Opera House
30
Where can the earliest known celebration of mothers be traced back?
Egypt
Ancient Greek
World War 1
French Revolution
31
Moms (and caregivers) can tell exactly what their child is thinking, even when they're trying to be sneaky.
True
False
32
Mother's Day is the second most popular day of making calls in the world after Christmas.
True
False
33
The Italian Renaissance painting “Madonna Litta” was created by which artist?
Leonardo Da Vinci
Michelangelo
Jeff Koons
Claude Monet
34
What is the traditional color of Mother’s Day flowers for mothers who have passed away?
Purple
White
Blue
Pink
35
What ancient Roman festival is considered a forerunner of Mother's Day?
Hilaria
Thargelia
Holi
Lupercalia
36
'Mother's Day' is the 3rd busiest day of the year in the restaurant industry.
False
True
37
What activity would be most likely to be part of a Mother's Day celebration at the Australian outback?
A thrilling bushwalking adventure
A stargazing session under the clear night sky
A stargazing session under the clear night sky
A relaxing day at the beach
38
A relaxing Mother's Day involves a spa day with complete silence and zero interruptions.
False
True
39
Which alcoholic spirit is known as 'Mother's Ruin'?
Gin
Vodka
Beer
Whiskey
40
Is it Mom or Mum in NZ and/or Australia?
Mom
Mum
41
What was the traditional mother's day gift?
A single rose
Double carnation
Single carnation
3 carnations
42
In which country did the tradition of
"
Mother’s Day" originate (early 20th century)?
Spain
Mexico
United States of America
England
43
"Mothering Sunday" was celebrated in which country on the 4th Sunday of Lent?
Canada
England
Italy
United States of America
44
Social activist Julia Ward Howe arranged special services and rallies for women to unite against war in 1870
.
True
False
45
What's your "Mum" threat when your children misbehave?
Silent Treatment
Making you eat all your vegetables for a week
Turning off the internet
Calling their favourite person to tell them off
46
For the Roman Catholic Church, Mother’s Day is a day of admiration for whom?
Mary Magdalene
Mary - mother of Jesus
Mother Therese
Martha
47
Imagine a time travel mishap sends you back to your teenage years. What might be shocking to you kids, if they knew?
That fling I had when I was barely an adult
The parties ( I was cool back then, but my kids don't think so)
The "things" we used to do (I'm not that person anymore)
Everything (The secretssss)
48
In which year did the U.S. Congress officially designate Mother’s Day as a holiday?
1920
1914
1901
1910
49
Which American activists were pivotal in early origins of "Mother's Day" in America (as we know today)?
Coretta King
Ann Javis
Elizabeth Stanton
Julia Ward Howe
