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Make a game using fruits available in Bountiful Utah in 1964

Here's a simple and fun game concept using fruits likely available in Bountiful, Utah, in 1964. The game incorporates history, movement, and creativity, suitable for a classroom or family gathering.

Game Name: Fruit Basket Relay

Objective: To collect the most "baskets" of fruits by completing challenges and answering questions. Materials Needed:

   Small baskets or bowls (1 per team)
   Plastic or wooden fruit (apples, cherries, plums, pears, apricots, and peaches — common fruits in Utah orchards in the 1960s)
   Flashcards with historical facts, riddles, or challenges related to fruits or local history
   A large space for running or moving around

Setup:

   Divide players into teams of 2–5.
   Place the "fruits" at one end of the space in a "fruit orchard."
   Teams start at the opposite end with an empty basket.
   Create a stack of challenge cards related to fruits or 1960s history.

How to Play:

   Start the Relay:
       A player from each team runs to the "orchard" to pick a fruit and bring it back to their team's basket.

   Complete a Challenge:
       When the player returns with the fruit, the team draws a challenge card and completes the task before sending the next runner.
       Examples of challenges:
           Trivia: "What fruit is Utah famous for growing in the 1960s?"
           Riddles: "I'm red and round and keep the doctor away. What am I?" (Answer: Apple)
           Action: "Pretend to climb a ladder and pick cherries for 10 seconds."

   Bonus Fruits:
       Some challenge cards offer a bonus fruit if completed correctly or within a time limit.

   End the Game:
       Play continues until all the fruits are collected, or a timer runs out.

Scoring:

   Each fruit is worth 1 point.
   Bonus fruits or completed challenges add extra points.

Optional Twist:

Make it historical! Include facts about how Bountiful orchards contributed to Utah’s economy in the 1960s. Alternatively, use a “wild card” fruit (like an exotic fruit not grown locally) as a fun surprise.