+Cardinal Red Posted October 9, 2009 Share Posted October 9, 2009 Yep, you snooze you lose... play on.. Was curious to the answer, so did some research, it seems it's the state bird of seven US States Ouch!! GR, you are correct. Only the US would have 7 states sharing the same bird!! That is crazy. Anyway, as that was not "really" a full blown question I will ask a more legit question. Which state has the Roadrunner [beep-Beep] as their State Bird? Thanks cincol for keeping this going. I hadn't read the original post and did wonder why there hadn't been any new activity here. Oops. I just bumped into this thread late one night and was quite surprised to see the Church Key question. I actually googled it then to make sure there wasn't some other possible meaning for South African forum participants. With twist off caps so popular now, I can't remember the last time I have heard someone use that reference. Yes it does seem strange that seven US States have adopted the Cardinal as their state bird. It is a very colorful (male) territorial and aggressive species. What does that say about us? I knew the US region that would have picked the Roadrunner, but needed help to identify the exact State (which disqualifies me from answering). I did chuckle when I read your [beep-Beep] reference. You have viewed a certain televised cartoon. Now previewing GlobalRat's new post I see that Wile E. Coyote is no stranger to South Africa. Those are excellent guesses and one of them is correct. I have to keep an eye on this thread. If a question goes unanswered for an extended period of time, I have now researched a bird themed South Africa question. Quote Link to comment
+cincol Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 GR - you must be a gambler of note - you like to spread your bets!! The answer is indeed New Mexico - got for it! Quote Link to comment
+GlobalRat Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Staying in the US.... If you used American Diner slang and requested Zeppelins in a fog, what would you receive? Quote Link to comment
+Carbon Hunter Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Meatballs in mash??? All I can think that looks like dirigibles in a cloud? Quote Link to comment
+Jors Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Hmm, a zeppelin is shaped more like a sausage than a meatball. I'd go for bangers & mash? Quote Link to comment
+Discombob Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 that sounds about right, but let me change that slightly and say toad in the hole - but I doubt they make that in the USA! Quote Link to comment
+GlobalRat Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Hmm, a zeppelin is shaped more like a sausage than a meatball. I'd go for bangers & mash? Right you are you, take it away. Quote Link to comment
+Jors Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Didn't quite expect to be correct, but here goes: The streets of Pretoria are currently lined with blooming blue Jacaranda trees which Pretoria is proud of, but the trees are also regarded as alien invasive plants. Name the origin of these trees? Quote Link to comment
+Jors Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Hmmmm Brazil? Yip, or North-west Argintina, or just South-America. You go, besem! Quote Link to comment
besem Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Whoa, lucky guess! (; What is significant about Friday the 13th of April 2029? Quote Link to comment
+GEO936 Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Have absolutely no idea but could it be something like 100 years after the significant something that happened? Or could it be 200 years? Or is it someone important's milestone birthday? Quote Link to comment
+Discombob Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 they are probably going to relase the Movie Friday the 13th, part 25! Quote Link to comment
+Danie Viljoen Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 On that day there is a 1 in 300 chance that earth will be hit by a 400m asteroid. Quote Link to comment
besem Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 On that day there is a 1 in 300 chance that earth will be hit by a 400m asteroid. Close enough. On 31 April 2029, asteroid Apophis will come to within 5 Earth radii of us - and hence the asteroid will be clearly visible to the naked eye, zooming across the sky. It will be the brightest asteroid anyone in recorded history would have seen. There's no risk of the asteroid hitting us on that date, but because the asteroid's path will be deflected by the Earth's gravity, there is a possibility that it will hit us on another close approach around 2036. At some point during the study, the chance rose to something like 1 in 48 (!!!), but with the refined orbital calculations, that has no slipped down to 1 in several thousand (which is still a higher probability than being killed in a plane accident). South Africa is IDEALLY placed to witness the close approach of the asteroid on 13 April 2029, as the asteroid will approach from the south and will pass us in the early evening South African time. It'll appear as a bright star moving across the sky, brighter and faster than most satellites. I personally am looking forward to the event. (; Danie, all yours! Quote Link to comment
+Danie Viljoen Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Most people know what Verneukpan in the Northern Cape is famous for. My question is about something else: Where did it get its name from? Quote Link to comment
+GEO936 Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Oh my! I'm sure I've heard something about that pan in the distant past, but I cannot remember the details. We haven't been to the Northern Cape in absolute ages, years actually, which is a pity as we really enjoy it there. But that doesn't help with an answer and neither does my knowledge of Afrikaans. I'm quite useless actually....I should've paid more attention when I was in school. Quote Link to comment
+GEO936 Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Just thinking about it a bit. Does the name come from something historical or geographical? Quote Link to comment
+GlobalRat Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Most people know what Verneukpan in the Northern Cape is famous for. My question is about something else: Where did it get its name from? I seem to recall reading it had something to do with the illusion of a lake due to mirages, verneuk being deceived. Quote Link to comment
+Danie Viljoen Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 Most people know what Verneukpan in the Northern Cape is famous for. My question is about something else: Where did it get its name from? I seem to recall reading it had something to do with the illusion of a lake due to mirages, verneuk being deceived. Quite right - apparently people see water and trees there which are not real. Your turn! Quote Link to comment
+GlobalRat Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Which city in SA goes by the popular name, City of Flowers? Quote Link to comment
+Carbon Hunter Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Well i guess Bloemfontein is too obvious? So I'll give Sprinbok a guess (although city is pushing it)? Quote Link to comment
+GlobalRat Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Well i guess Bloemfontein is too obvious? So I'll give Sprinbok a guess (although city is pushing it)? Neither Quote Link to comment
+Wazat Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I seem to recall Pietermaritzburg been called the city of flowers someplace. That came to mind when I saw the question but not sure??? Bloemfontein seemed like an obvious choice too and I was quite surprised that that wasn't the right answer.... mmm I will stick with PMB for now. Quote Link to comment
+RedGlobe Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 This is the first time I try to guess a answer on this forum topic….my guess is Barberton!!! Quote Link to comment
+cincol Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Bloemfontein in the "City of Roses". I think wazat is correct with PMB. My old home town - grew up and schooled there. Also lived there for a while again in the 90's. Quote Link to comment
+Carbon Hunter Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 OK I'm going to risk Upington - I know they export cut flowers to the EU from there Quote Link to comment
+the pooks Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 OK - we are running out of cities... There's Pretoria with its Jakarandas (the Jakarandas also have flowers) and PE known for wind... Quote Link to comment
+Carbon Hunter Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 Or perhaps George or Knysna on the garden route - but hardly cities? Quote Link to comment
+cincol Posted October 18, 2009 Share Posted October 18, 2009 Looks as though GR has gone into hibernation! Quote Link to comment
+GlobalRat Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 I seem to recall Pietermaritzburg been called the city of flowers someplace. That came to mind when I saw the question but not sure??? Bloemfontein seemed like an obvious choice too and I was quite surprised that that wasn't the right answer.... mmm I will stick with PMB for now. Your recollection is spot on. Wazat, you are up Quote Link to comment
+Wazat Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 Thought so... thanks GR. OK which town/city has the longest main road in SA and how long is it. Quote Link to comment
+the pooks Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 Must be Paarl - my stomping ground. 9km I think? Quote Link to comment
+Discombob Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 I'll go for Cape Town/Belville Voortrekker road Pooks I'll see your 9km and raise you to 12km Quote Link to comment
+cownchicken Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 Not a good call 'Bob! Quote Link to comment
+Jors Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 Pretoria's Church street had something to it like the longest straight road. Don't know how long, but must be at least 10km. Quote Link to comment
+Discombob Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 Not a good call 'Bob! and why not pray tell ? Quote Link to comment
+GEO936 Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 I agree with Jors - PTA's Church Street does ring a bell. I have no idea how long it is though! Quote Link to comment
+Wazat Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 OK two of you have one right City/Town and one right distance so far. So now for the correct answer.... Quote Link to comment
besem Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 OK two of you have one right City/Town and one right distance so far. So now for the correct answer.... Pretoria's Church street at 12km? Quote Link to comment
+Wazat Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 Still not right... Quote Link to comment
+Wazat Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 OK I am tired and give in. Pooks you were nearly there. Just add 3 KM it is Paarl and the street is 12km long. I think DB was aware of this and trying to give it to you.... haa haa. Pooks the floor is yours.... Quote Link to comment
+cownchicken Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 Not a good call 'Bob! and why not pray tell ? Because the answer is Paarl!! Quote Link to comment
+the pooks Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 (edited) OK I am tired and give in. Pooks you were nearly there. Just add 3 KM it is Paarl and the street is 12km long. I think DB was aware of this and trying to give it to you.... haa haa. Pooks the floor is yours.... I had 9 miles in my head somewhere - maybe I should have gone with that. I'll have to follow up to see where main street officially starts and ends... Here goes: Who was known as the 'The Wizard of Menlo Park' and said, 'Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration.'? Edited October 20, 2009 by the pooks Quote Link to comment
+GlobalRat Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 Who was known as the 'The Wizard of Menlo Park' and said, 'Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration.'? Thomas Edison methinks? I always hear Pretoria's main street, Church Street quoted as the longest urban street in South Africa and one of the longest straight streets in the world, but shall bow to Wazat's knowledge Quote Link to comment
+Wazat Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 GR there is a stretch in Australia that goes 90 miles with no bend but then again it is not an urban road. I may then be wrong but Paarl was the answer I came up with. Anyway let the game go on. Alexander Graham Bell? Quote Link to comment
+the pooks Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 Yikes - you guys are quick. Thomas Edison it is - Globalrat, your turn. Quote Link to comment
+Discombob Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 Not a good call 'Bob! and why not pray tell ? Because the answer is Paarl!! Ah-ha, it was still a good call, as 12km was the right answer! Quote Link to comment
+GlobalRat Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 Let's see who has long memories. Where would you have hailed from if your vehicle was "adorned" with TEA? Quote Link to comment
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