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Quiz about Yellow is the Watchword
Quiz about Yellow is the Watchword

Yellow is the Watchword Trivia Quiz


The many shades and hues of the color yellow vary from pale creams to verging on the darkness of brown. Which of these colors can definitively be considered a shade of yellow?

A collection quiz by trident. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
trident
Time
3 mins
Type
Quiz #
418,043
Updated
Nov 02 24
# Qns
15
Difficulty
Very Easy
Avg Score
14 / 15
Plays
99
Last 3 plays: Guest 159 (15/15), Guest 146 (15/15), calmdecember (15/15).
Find the 15 shades of yellow.
There are 15 correct entries. Get 3 incorrect and the game ends.
gamboge sangria wisteria citrine mustard blonde periwinkle iris canary lemon lilac dandelion jonquil marigold mulberry banana daffodil mauve orchid honey butter flax maize merlot

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
Answer:

Canary is a bright, almost neon shade often associated with the vivid feathers of the canary bird. Citrine, named after the gemstone, has a deeper yellow tone with hints of brown. Maize resembles the color of corn kernels, combining yellow with a soft, earthy undertone. Marigold is a rich, golden yellow reminiscent of the flower, providing a bold and warm presence.

Jonquil, another flower-inspired color, is a light, soft yellow with a slight green tint, much like the jonquil flower itself. Daffodil is a cheerful, sunlit yellow, typically associated with early spring blooms. Lemon is bright and fresh, closely resembling the citrus fruit's skin. Banana is a slightly softer, pale yellow.

Mustard is a deeper, earthy yellow with brown undertones, giving it a grounded, rustic look. Dandelion is a sunny, pure yellow, matching the bright color of dandelion petals in bloom. Blonde has a soft, beige-tinged yellow, often associated with light hair shades. Flax is a pale, creamy yellow that feels muted and natural.

Honey has a warm, amber-like quality, a blend of yellow with a golden-brown richness. Butter is a very light, creamy yellow, almost pastel. Lastly, gamboge is a deep, golden yellow with orange undertones, historically used as a pigment.

The other colors were all shades of purple.
Source: Author trident

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