The Velvet Revolution refers to the bloodless and non-violent revolt in the former Czechoslovakia against Communist Rule. It was relatively short, lasting only from November to December 1989. In June 1990, Czechoslovakia held democratic elections for the first time since 1946.
2. Silk
Answer: Road
The Silk Road or Silk Route was a historical trade route connecting Europe to the east. It is named after silk which was a much sought after commodity from the east, especially China.
3. Rubber
Answer: Stamp
The term is rubber stamp is used in politics to describe a head who has only nominal powers. While their approval is regarded as necessary, they seldom go against the recommendation provided to them.
4. Plastic
Answer: Smile
A plastic smile is a forced attempt at smiling. It does not reflect the genuine happiness or pleasure of the person.
5. Leather
Answer: Neck
Leatherneck is a slang term mostly used to denote US Marines. The expression derived from the leather collar worn by the marines around their necks. The collars provided protection from knife wounds in battles.
6. Woolly
Answer: Mammoth
The woolly mammoth is an extinct species of mammoth. Its closest living relative is the Asian elephant. Fully preserved skeletons of the woolly mammoth have been found in Alaska and Siberia.
7. Cotton
Answer: Candy
Cotton candy is also known as candy floss or fairy floss. It is made of spun sugar. Pişmaniye is the Turkish variation of cotton candy and sometimes also contains pistachio nuts.
8. Lace
Answer: Wings
Lacewings are a group of insects with over 5000 different species. They are found in habitats ranging from North America and Europe to Australia. Green lacewings are considered helpful as they keep away pests that destroy plants and crops.
9. Chiffon
Answer: Cake
The chiffon cake is a light cake that can be made with various flavours including orange and lemon. It was created in 1927 by Harry Baker and the recipe only became public when Baker sold it to General Mills in the 1940s.
10. Net
Answer: Income
Net income is an accounting term and denotes the earnings or profits made by a business. It is calculated by subtracting all expenses and operating costs from revenues.
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