Animals
Which ocean-dwelling creature are you most likely to see sunbathing?
Sea Lion
What do we call a long-distance trip by car?
A road trip.
This meat food item can be up to a foot long and traditionally comes with red and yellow condiments.
Hot dog.
Olympic sport played with an orange ball, has freethrows, and a net attached to a hoop.
Basketball
Which U.S. state experiences the most wildfires during summer: Texas, Arizona, or California?
California
What does "soak up the sun" mean?
To relax, enjoy the warm weather, and bask in the sun.
What is the name of the best-known annual meteor shower that takes place in August?
The Perseids
What environmental factor determines whether a baby sea turtle is born male or female?
Temperature (warmer sand makes females, cooler sand makes males)
This type of tree lives in tropical areas and has large fan-shaped leaves. Some of them bear fruit such as dates or coconuts.
Palm tree
Which is the most popular ice pop flavor in the U.S.?
Cherry
The Summer Olympics are held every how many years?
4 years
Which U.S. state has the highest average temperature year-round?
Florida
This is the nickname for someone who spends most of their free time doing nothing at the beach.
Beach Bum
Which green gemstone is the best-known August birthstone?
Peridot
What is a group of flamingos called?
A flamboyance
What is "The Happiest Place on Earth" which was first opened in 1955?
Disneyland
Whether grilled, steamed or air popped, this sweet summer veggie is always popular.
Corn.
Where were the Summer Olympics held in 2024?
Paris
What is the birthstone for July?
Ruby
This type of "mode" is what you're in when you don't have to go to work or school and have plenty of free time.
Vacation mode
Which 1987 dance romance starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey reached U.S. theaters on August 21?
Dirty Dancing
What marine animal has three hearts?
The octopus
The most visited National Park in the United States that spans more than 30 kilometers wide and 1 kilometer deep.
Grand Canyon
This sugary snack is often eaten while sitting around a campfire.
marshmallows
This summer tournament will be held from June 11-July 19 , 2026 and will be hosted by three different nations (USA, Mexico, and Canada).
2026 FIFA World Cup
Which state is known for the largest Fourth of July fireworks display in the United States?
New York
What does "sun-kissed" mean?
Sun-kissed means someone has tanned skin from being in the sun.
Which Pacific island chain became the 50th U.S. state on August 21, 1959?
Hawaii
What animal changes its eye color from gold in summer to blue in winter?
Reindeer
What are the United States’ three hottest states?
Florida, Louisiana, Hawaii
What is America’s most popular ice cream flavor?
Chocolate.
This team sport was originally played on land, but people started to play it on the beach. It became an official sport in 1986.
Beach volleyball.
The beach ball was invented in which U.S. state?
California
What does "come rain or shine" mean?
Come rain or shine" means that you will do something regardless of the situation, or how difficult it might be.
Which waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans officially opened on August 15, 1914?
The Panama Canal
What is the most common butterfly in the United States
The Cabbage White
Which is the cheapest summer month to travel by airplane?
August
What is the name of the meal where everyone brings a surprise dish and puts it on the table to share?
Potluck
Where was the birthplace of surfing?
Hawaii
Which movie was the biggest summer blockbuster (sold the most tickets): Jaws, Raiders of the Lost Ark, or Star Wars?
Star Wars.
If someone has a sunny disposition, that means .....
If someone has a sunny disposition, that means they’re “lively, cheerful, and have a positive attitude.”
Which Tennessee city holds Elvis Week at Graceland each August?
Memphis