Peoples of the Planet

This board game will keep you on the edge of your seat, as you travel on a wild, worldly adventure, taking in all there is to know about the world’s numerous cultures. From the dawn of humanity to our present day, from Australia to Alaska, your adventure will lead to discoveries of rich diversity and extraordinary traditions.

To win, be the first to collect the Exploration Cards from each of the nine time periods to make up the Great Book of Ages. Punctuated by fun riddles and surprising turnarounds, Peoples of the Planet is an unforgettable journey into the heart of civilization and its mysteries, and it leaves no speculation as to why it recently gained recognition at the Anti Racism Awards.

1) Year 1812 -- In Mexico, you thank your hostess for her hospitality by offering her an opal, a precious stone that reflects light in a play of colors. She politely refuses your gift and gives it back. Why? A) This stone attracts rats. B) If she wears it, she will never marry. C) It is an ingredient in certain poisons.

2) Year 1724 -- During your trip in the southern Philippines, you pass some Muslim women on the road who spit a red liquid. What makes their saliva red? A) Blood. B) Chewing tobacco. C) Red dye.

3) Year 1858 - In the company of friends living in China, you go to the barber for a haircut. You are surprised by the care with which the barber collects all the hair and fingernail clippings. What is he going to do with them? A) Sell them to farm workers. B) Fill up the "memory pot." C) Make a lotion to prevent hair loss.

4) Year 1094 -- In Dobu, on the island of Papua New-Guinea, you find yourself in the middle of a confrontation. Your interpreter explains that one of the men insulted the other. What did he say? A) You are stupid and eat hay! B) You are always at sea and neglect your garden! C) Your pigs are thin and you are fat!

5) Year 134 -- During a walk, you notice that the tombs of Aboriginal Australians are unusual. How are the bodied buried? A) In the fetal position. B) Standing up. C) Facing all different directions.

Answers: 1) B) if she wears it, she will never marry. 2) C) red dye. 3) A) sell them to farm workers. 4) B) you are always at sea and neglect your garden! 5) C) facing all different directions.