Wow in the World

Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Hit The Big Time (5/23/25)

May 23, 2025
Get ready to live large with a wild trivia showdown about the biggest things in science! From the tallest volcano on Mars to Bethel, Maine's snowman, the facts are as outrageous as they are fascinating. Dive into quirky quizzes about turtle history and the whimsical tale of Reggie, the giant pigeon. Explore crazy prehistoric creatures while challenging your knowledge in a myth-busting trivia game. Don't miss out on the fun—join the adventure and share your own 'wows' for a chance to be featured!
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Mars' Giant Volcano

  • There is a volcano on Mars, Olympus Mons, that is bigger than Mount Everest.
  • It is 72,000 feet tall and 374 miles wide, the biggest volcano in the solar system.
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Olympia, The Giant Snowman

  • The world's largest snowman was 122 feet and 1 inch tall, named Olympia.
  • It took a month to build with 13 million pounds of snow, spruce arms, and truck tire buttons.
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Prehistoric Giant Turtles

  • Before humans existed, turtles were bigger than cars, about 15 feet long.
  • Other huge prehistoric animals included 10-foot sloths and 43-foot snakes.
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