Connections Answers
Friday, January 16, 2026
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KINDS OF HATS
These are all specific types of hats that people wear. Each has a unique shape and style.
Individual words:
•DERBY: A formal, stiff hat with a rounded top and a narrow brim. In the U.S., it's often linked to fancy events like the Kentucky Derby horse race.
•FEDORA: A soft felt hat with a crease down the top and a pinched front. It became popular with detectives, gangsters, and jazz musicians in old American movies.
•PANAMA: A light, woven straw hat, usually light-colored. It's great for hot weather and got its name because workers building the Panama Canal often wore them.
•PORKPIE: A hat with a flat top that has a circular indentation, and a short brim that curls up all around. It's popular in jazz music culture.
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COMPONENTS OF A KID’S BEDTIME ROUTINE
These are common activities or items that are part of what American children typically do every night before going to sleep.
Individual words:
•BATH: Washing your body in a tub of water with soap. Many American children take a warm bath before bed to get clean and relax.
•BRUSHING: Cleaning your teeth with a toothbrush and toothpaste. It's an important part of a healthy bedtime routine for children in the US to keep their teeth clean.
•PAJAMAS: Soft, comfortable clothes worn specifically for sleeping. American kids often change into pajamas after their bath and before getting into bed.
•STORY: A tale or narrative, often read aloud by a parent to a child before sleep. Reading a 'bedtime story' is a popular and comforting tradition for many American families.
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MUSICAL ACTS WITH "A" AS THE ONLY VOWEL
These are all names of famous musical groups or artists. The unique thing is that if you look at their names, the letter 'A' is the only vowel used in their spelling.
Individual words:
•ALABAMA: A very popular American country music band. They are famous for their songs about country life and traditions, especially in the 1980s.
•BANANARAMA: A popular British girl pop group from the 1980s. They are known for their catchy dance songs like 'Venus' and 'Cruel Summer'.
•KANSAS: An American rock band from the 1970s. They are famous for their unique rock music with violin and their hit song 'Dust in the Wind'.
•SANTANA: Carlos Santana is a famous Mexican-American guitarist and his band. They are known for their unique rock music mixed with Latin sounds, especially since the 1970s.
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GRAND ___
Each of these words can combine with the word 'GRAND' to form a common phrase, name, or type of thing.
Individual words:
•BAHAMA: Grand Bahama is a large island in the Caribbean, part of The Bahamas country. It's famous for beautiful beaches and as a popular tourist destination.
•CANYON: The Grand Canyon is an enormous, famous natural canyon (deep valley) in Arizona, USA. It's known for its beautiful, vast landscapes.
•SLAM: A 'Grand Slam' refers to winning all major championships in a sport, like tennis or golf, in one season or career. It signifies a great achievement.
•PIANO: A 'grand piano' is a large, expensive type of piano, often found in concert halls or big homes. It produces a rich and powerful sound.