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More Than One Shade of Green Trivia Quiz

Green is all around us: in the trees and flowers, on the animals and wildlife, in clothing and jewelry, and in various other sources. Here is a quick quiz to test your knowledge of green and all of its unique shades.

A multiple-choice quiz by sarah_em319. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
sarah_em319

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
326,159

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
5 / 10

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1266

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Question 1 of 10

1. The word "green" is closely related to an Old English verb which means what? Hint

to be related to Earth

to blossom

to grow

to thrive

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Question 2 of 10

2. Sap green, a green pigment, was traditionally made of which kind of berry? Hint

Elderberry

Gurbir

Gooseberry

Buckthorn

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Question 3 of 10

3. To get the name of this shade, combine the name of a fruit-bearing Mediterranean tree with a word meaning "cheerless" or "lacking in spirit". Hint

Lime Lackluster

Olive Dull

Olive Drab

Avocado Drab

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Question 4 of 10

4. In 1993, Crayola added which shade of green as a result of the "Name the New Color" Contest? Hint

Asparagus

Magic Mint

Fern

Screamin' Green

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Question 5 of 10

5. The name of this green shade is also an adjective that can be used to describe something that is coloured in a diamond-shaped pattern. What is it? Hint

Harlequin

Plaid

Paisley

Checkered

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Question 6 of 10

6. Shamrock Green, also called Irish Green, is used on the uniforms of which professional sports team? Hint

Green Bay Packers

Boston Celtics

Saskatchewan Roughriders

Oakland Athletics

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Question 7 of 10

7. India Green is said to represent what? Hint

fertility and prosperity

strength and perseverance

growth and development

independence and longevity

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Question 8 of 10

8. This shade is a pale tint of spring green and is often associated with a style of pottery produced in East Asia. Name it. Hint

Mint

Celadon

Jade

Spruce

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Question 9 of 10

9. The shade UP Forest Green is an official colour of which university? Hint

University of Pakistan

University of Pittsburgh

University of the Philippines

University of Prague

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which shade of green has not historically been used by a branch of any nation's army? Hint

Rifle Green

Persian Green

Feldgrau

Jungle Green

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The word "green" is closely related to an Old English verb which means what?

Answer: to grow

Green is closely related to the Old English verb "gowan", which means "to grow".

The word green can also be used to describe someone who is inexperienced, sick, or jealous, among other meanings.

2. Sap green, a green pigment, was traditionally made of which kind of berry?

Answer: Buckthorn

Sap green is often used on the American television show "The Joy of Painting". Buckthorns are found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Source: Wikipedia

3. To get the name of this shade, combine the name of a fruit-bearing Mediterranean tree with a word meaning "cheerless" or "lacking in spirit".

Answer: Olive Drab

First used as a colour name in 1892, olive drab was the colour of the United States official fighting uniform. Soldiers often referred to these uniforms as "OD's" due to their shade.

4. In 1993, Crayola added which shade of green as a result of the "Name the New Color" Contest?

Answer: Asparagus

Fifteen other crayons were named via the contest, including "Macaroni and Cheese", "Denim", and "Tumbleweed". The contest was part of Crayola's 90th anniversary celebration.

5. The name of this green shade is also an adjective that can be used to describe something that is coloured in a diamond-shaped pattern. What is it?

Answer: Harlequin

In the book "A Dictionary of Color" (1930), harlequin is shown as being a highly saturated colour located 3/4 of the way between green and yellow.

6. Shamrock Green, also called Irish Green, is used on the uniforms of which professional sports team?

Answer: Boston Celtics

Shamrock green is also the colour used on the flag of the Republic of Ireland, hence the colour also being called Irish Green. Incidentally, the Boston Celtics are a US basketball team.

7. India Green is said to represent what?

Answer: fertility and prosperity

The green is located on the lower band of the flag. The flag also contains a band of deep saffron and white, as well as the Ashoka Chakra in blue at the centre.

8. This shade is a pale tint of spring green and is often associated with a style of pottery produced in East Asia. Name it.

Answer: Celadon

Celadon coloured pottery was most commonly used in medieval Chinese, Korean, and Japanese art. The use of the pigment later spread to the other Asian cultures.

9. The shade UP Forest Green is an official colour of which university?

Answer: University of the Philippines

UP Forest Green is based on the approved colour specifications used for the University's seal. The University of the Philippines is located in Diliman, Quezon City.

10. Which shade of green has not historically been used by a branch of any nation's army?

Answer: Persian Green

Persian green is used in pottery as well as in Persian carpets. Rifle green was used by the Canadian Forces, feldgrau was used in the 1900s by the German army, and jungle green was used by the United States army.

Source: Author sarah_em319

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