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In case you missed it - the last 9 days of trivia

Question for April 27,2025

A sea star moves across the ocean floor using its _______.
  • tube feetcorrect answer
  • arms to swim
  • Fiat 500
  • body to float

Sea stars are equipped with hundreds of tiny tube feet on each arm. They pump seawater into these feet, and with a coordinated, wave-like motion crawl—and even "bounce"—along the ocean floor. An amazing creature reminding us to keep caring for its watery home. Shop today and get a FREE Swedish Dishcloth with any purchase! Select your items, add the Swedish Dishcloth of your choice to your cart, use code DISHGWP—and your dishcloth will be a free gift from us!

Question for April 26,2025

Which word best describes the ocean when it has many small, uneven waves?
  • Tempestuous
  • Serene
  • Choppycorrect answer
  • Ethereal

Choppy accurately describes an ocean with many small, uneven waves. Unlike serene or tempestuous conditions, choppy seas feature constant, short waves that create a bumpy surface, making navigation more challenging for sailors and surfers.

Question for April 25,2025

Penguins can live up to what age?
  • 20correct answer
  • 17
  • 29
  • 12

Penguins can live up to 20 years in the wild, depending on the species. That’s a lot of waddling and swimming! Keep playing trivia to support the planet today!

Question for April 24,2025

A group of Jellyfish is referred to by what name?
  • Pack
  • Smackcorrect answer
  • Mob
  • Fiend

A group of jellyfish is called a 'smack,' which sounds just as surprising as stumbling upon a swarm of them!

Question for April 23,2025

Which sea is so low on oxygen that sunken ships often remain perfectly preserved, giving modern-day explorers a magical glimpse of centuries past?
  • Andaman Sea
  • White Sea
  • Red Sea
  • Black Seacorrect answer

The deeper water of the Black Sea has minimal oxygen, slowing decay and keeping ancient shipwrecks intact. Explorers sometimes find centuries-old cargo in near-pristine condition, turning these depths into a hidden trove of maritime history.

Question for April 22,2025

Who is the visionary that founded Earth Day in 1970?
  • Rachel Carson
  • Jane Goodall
  • Senator Gaylord Nelsoncorrect answer
  • Betty Ford

Senator Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin was behind the first Earth Day, celebrated on April 22, 1970. Disturbed by a massive oil spill in California and inspired by the student anti-war movement, Nelson wanted to channel that passion into environmental activism. His idea sparked a nationwide “teach-in” on the environment. Over 20 million participated in rallies, cleanups, and educational events. Use code HappyEarth25 at checkout for 25% off your purchase today! Cannot be combined with other offers. Happy Earth Day!!!

Question for April 21,2025

Which prehistoric predator is believed to have created the fossilized vomit discovered at Denmark’s Stevns Klint?
  • Octopus
  • Bottom-dwelling sharkcorrect answer
  • Pterodactyl
  • Tyrannosaurus Rex

Despite their fearsome reputation, ancient sharks, like today’s Port Jackson sharks, had to regurgitate indigestible sea lilies. This quirky digestive twist gives scientists invaluable clues about the Cretaceous marine food chain and ancient ocean life.

Question for April 20,2025

About how many toothpaste tubes are thrown away each year and end up in landfills?
  • 10 million
  • 100 million
  • 1 billioncorrect answer
  • 5 billion

Around 1 billion tubes are discarded each year, most of which end up in landfills. Made from layers of plastic and aluminum, they're extremely difficult to recycle. Switching to plastic-free alternatives make a big difference for the planet. Today add a Refillable Toothpaste Tablet Tin and a refill to your cart, use code SMILEBIG at checkout, and your refill will be FREE. Happy brushing!

Question for April 19,2025

The Barracuda is a ______?
  • Fishcorrect answer
  • Crab
  • Jellyfish
  • Whale

The barracuda is a fish, famous for its sleek, torpedo-shaped body and razor-sharp teeth, making it a fearsome predator. You can help keep our oceans clean by teaming up with Project Peril. 100% goes to protecting our oceans.

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