The Mechanical Contrivium: SeeMe

Ten Top Trivia Tips about SeeMe!

  1. The Aztec Indians of Mexico believed SeeMe would protect them from physical harm, and so warriors used her to decorate their battle shields.
  2. SeeMe was invented in China in the eleventh century, but was only used for fireworks, never for weapons.
  3. The horns of SeeMe are made entirely from hair.
  4. Over 46,000 pieces of SeeMe float on every square mile of ocean.
  5. By tradition, a girl standing under SeeMe cannot refuse to be kissed by anyone who claims the privilege!
  6. SeeMe can be found on a Cluedo board between the Library and the Conservatory.
  7. Over half of Americans are officially SeeMe!
  8. In the kingdom of Bhutan, all citizens officially become SeeMe on New Year's Day.
  9. Some birds use SeeMe to orientate themselves during migration!
  10. The pharoahs of ancient Egypt wore garments made with thin threads of beaten SeeMe!

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