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What was the first animal used for weather predicting?
Hedgehog
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If Phil sees his shadow it means?
Winter will last 6 more weeks
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What animal was the original weather predictor?
Hedgehog
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What day is Groundhog's Day?
February 2nd
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Where was the first Groundhog Day celebrated?
Europe
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If Phils Shadow is not seen it means?
Spring will come early
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What animal is the rising weather predictor?
The Wooly Bear Caterpillar
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Groundhog's are right..?
36% of the time
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In America, where was Groundhog Day first celebrated?
Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
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What percent of the time does Phil see his shadow?
90%
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If the Wooly bear has more orange it means..?
Winter will be mild
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What is Groundhog day considered?
An Astronomy holiday
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Who started Groundhog Day in the U.S?
A Congressman and News paper editor
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What causes shadows?
When the sun is out and your body intercepts the light, taking shape the of you on the ground.
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If a wooly bear has more black it means..?
Winter will be harsh
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When does groundhog day fall?
Approximately in between a solstice and an equinox
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