Questing with Questions #3

illustrated by Dominique Liongson

Here are some little known facts to feast your minds, my fellow fact junkies! 

Quite interesting to come up with your own answers to compare it to the articles as linked after each question.

1) In the 1920's, what was the original purpose of Kleenex facial tissues?
https://www.kleenex.com.au/our-story/

2) Quaker Oats was the first packed food product that included a recipe on its packaging. What was the first recipe about?
http://www.quakeroats.com/oats-do-more/why-oats/company-of-firsts

3) Did the invention of Post-It notes' glue start as a mistake? Why?
https://www.post-it.com/3M/en_US/post-it/contact-us/about-us/

Although the answers may not give you rip roaring belly laughs, at least they may put a smile on your face. 



:-( -> :-| -> :-)

DL

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I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose.
--Woody Allen

Questing with Questions #2

illustrated by Dominique Liongson

Here are some little known facts to feast your minds, my fellow fact junkies! 

Quite interesting to come up with your own answers to compare it to the articles as linked after each question.

1) How did the money box become a piggy bank?
https://www.businessinsider.com.au/revealed-the-true-origin-of-the-piggy-bank-2012-6?r=US&IR=T

2) Did Jerusalem Artichokes come from Jerusalem?
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/glossary/jerusalem-artichoke

3) Did "May the Fourth Be with You" of Star Wars originate from "May the 4th be with you, Maggie" addressed to Margaret Thatcher?
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/days-2/national-star-wars-day-may-4/

Although the answers may not give you rip roaring belly laughs, at least they may put a smile on your face.

:-( -> :-| -> :-)

DL

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I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose.
--Woody Allen