The hidden magic of Walt Disney World trivia : a ride-by-ride exploration of the history, facts, and secrets behind the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom

296 Pages·2013·0.93 MB·English

The Hidden Magic
of Walt Disney
World
TRIVIA
A Ride-by-Ride Exploration of the History, Facts,
and Secrets Behind the Magic Kingdom,
Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios,
and Disney’s Animal Kingdom
SUSAN VENESS
Author of the bestselling The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World
Avon, Massachusetts
Dedicated to my beloved husband Simon, the most enthusiastic one-man
cheering section imaginable.
Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: Magic Kingdom
Main Street, U.S.A.
Fantasyland
Liberty Square
Frontierland
Adventureland
Tomorrowland
Storybook Circus
Magic Kingdom Scavenger Hunt
Chapter 2: Epcot
Future World
World Showcase
IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth
Epcot Scavenger Hunt
Chapter 3: Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Hollywood Boulevard
Sunset Boulevard
Animation Courtyard
Mickey Avenue
Pixar Place
Streets of America
Echo Lake
Fantasmic!
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Scavenger Hunt
Chapter 4: Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Oasis
Discovery Island
DinoLand U.S.A.
Asia
Rafiki’s Planet Watch
Africa
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Scavenger Hunt
Chapter 5: Bonus Scavenger Hunts
Kids (and Kids-at-Heart) Scavenger Hunt
Die-Hard Scavenger Hunt
Afterword
Appendix A: Trivia Answer Keys
Appendix B: Scavenger Hunt Answer Keys
Copyright
Introduction
Are you a huge Disney World fan who knows everything there is to know about
the parks? Are you planning your first trip to see The Mouse? Whether you’re an
Annual Passholder or are buying your first pair of mouse ears, The Hidden
Magic of Walt Disney World Trivia gives you a chance to show what you know
… and lets you learn something in the process! This interactive guide provides a
ride-by-ride exploration of the history, magic, and fun that all four Walt Disney
World parks—Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and
Disney’s Animal Kingdom—have to offer. For each attraction you will find the
following:
Trivia Questions : one multiple-choice question and a harder fill-in-the-
blank to test your park smarts
Fascinating Fact: a little trivia treasure to enhance your trip or bump up
your Disney IQ
Look For: something special to seek out that adds extra insight to your
touring
Just remember that Disney parks are dynamic, so if something has been
removed, simply walk on to the next attraction or location.
In addition to the trivia, there are scavenger hunts for all four theme parks. Try
them as you go from attraction to attraction or make them a tour of their own.
You’ll also find a Kid’s Scavenger Hunt, full of easy-to-find locations
throughout the parks, and a Die-Hard Scavenger Hunt for the superfan who has
been to Walt Disney World a billion times and can rattle off the entire spiel for
Jungle Cruise without taking a breath. The Die-Hard Scavenger Hunt is serious
bragging-rights territory, but don’t be daunted if you’re new to the parks. Also,
since all scavenger-hunt locations are outside the attractions, you won’t need to
take the ride or stay for the show, which will help you avoid longer queues
midday or in peak seasons.
You’ll find answer keys for the trivia questions and the scavenger hunts
(except the Kid’s Scavenger Hunt where it’s not difficult to find the items) at the
back of the book, but no matter how many questions you answer or how many
items you find, the most important thing is to have fun. With The Hidden Magic
of Walt Disney World Trivia, you can keep the magic going whether you’re
standing in line at Space Mountain or sitting on the couch at home. It’s the
perfect companion for Walt Disney World fans who are between visits, in the
planning stages, or in the middle of the magic.
Now … pick up a pencil and let’s get started!
CHAPTER 1
Magic Kingdom
If you’ve been to the Magic Kingdom before, you know
it’s not unusual to see grown men cry while looking down
Main Street at the castle or adults wearing those long-
eared Goofy hats even if they don’t have children with
them. If this is your first visit, prepare to be utterly
transported.
There is something undeniably magical about the
Magic Kingdom. It’s a sentimental blending of the
intricate detail supplied by the Imagineers and an air of
joyful anticipation brought by guests creating memories
to last a lifetime. You know it, you love it, and now, let’s
see how much you know about it!
QUESTION 1
You hear the words Walt Disney World and your pulse quickens. It’s undeniably
the second “happiest place on earth”—a designation given to the Disneyland
park in Anaheim, California. What was the original nickname given to Walt
Disney World?
A. Walt’s Wonderful World of Disney
B. Disneyland Florida
C. Mickey’s Magical Kingdom
D. The Vacation Kingdom of the World
QUESTION 2
Disney loves to throw a party, especially when they can make it a yearlong
celebration. What was the name given to Walt Disney World’s 25th anniversary
celebration?
FASCINATING FACT
In 1971, when Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom opened, seven-ride
coupon books cost just $4.75. However, using the best upselling technique,
more rides could be added once guests entered the park. Are you ready for
an even more sobering fact? Parking was fifty cents.
LOOK FOR
Picture spots! The Kodak camera icons that were once on the park maps are
no longer listed, but the picture spots remain. Here’s where they’re located
in the Magic Kingdom, and the best way to line up your shot.
When you first enter the park, before going under the train track, stand
directly in front of the landscaping of Mickey’s head, with the train
station centered behind you.
Stand in the fenced cutout by the rose garden (near the bridge into
Tomorrowland); it’s just to the left after you pass under the Plaza Rose
Garden arch, with the tallest steeple of Cinderella Castle directly
behind you.
Stand next to the lamppost adjacent to the fenced-in geysers on the
circle pathway near the exit for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, with
the mine tunnel to your left and the tallest peak of Big Thunder
Mountain directly above you as seen through the camera. Try to time
your photo so a train is whizzing by.
Stand to the right of Splash Mountain, along the fence with the
direction sign pointing to Splash Mountain, Liberty Square, and
Adventureland to your left; the water wheel behind you; and the tallest
peak of the mountain directly above you as seen through the camera.
Stand in front of one (or more, depending on how many are in your
group) of the spitting Tiki gods; they’re located between Jungle Cruise
and Magic Carpets of Aladdin.
Pretend you’re pulling the sword from the stone, as you face the back
of Cinderella Castle. Really ham it up for the best picture.
For another shot of Cinderella Castle, stand along the metal fence
with the left side of the castle centered directly behind you and Sleepy
Hollow refreshments to your right.