Summer Olympics
He is the most decorated Olympian of all time! 28 medals
Michael Phelps
This refreshing icy dessert came from Italian immigrants but in the Philly area we call it…
Water Ice
Who had the largest signature on the declaration of independence?
John Hancock
What are the 3 romance languages…
Italian, French, Spanish
This 1959 American crime comedy starred Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon.
Some Like It Hot
Which famous boxer won a gold medal in Rome in 1960 before his pro career began in the US…
Muhammad Ali (Cassius Clay)
This ice cream company was founded by William Conway and James Conway in 1956 in Philly and is one of the largest franchisers of soft ice cream in the US. They are very famous for this ice cream trucks.
Mister Softee
Which 2 founding fathers died on July 4th in the same year?
Jefferson and Adams
Ironically the 2nd, 3rd, and 5th presidents all died on July 4th. Adams and Jefferson in 1826 and Monroe in 1831
The phrase “Que Sera Sera” is actually ungrammatical in all 3 romance languages but what is the best translation for the phrase in English?
Whatever will be will be
What is the hottest pepper in the world?
California Reaper
This female swimmer is one to keep your eye on this year. She has 10 Olympic medals and 26 world champ medals (most medals of any female swimmer in history), holds multiple world records, and often is so ahead of her competition that they cant be viewed at the same time on the screen!
Katie Ledecky
This famous ice cream sandwich was originally sold for $1 in NYC starting in 1978. Now you can find this delicious chocolate treat at any ice cream truck or food store.
Chipwich
Who was the second president on the United States?
John Adams
Translate the Latin phrase “Carpe Diem!”
Seize the Day
This song was written by Cole Porter for his musical “Kiss Me Kate.” Many musicians have recorded the song including Ella Fitzgerald.
“Too Darn Hot”
This amazing female athlete just qualified for her 3rd Olympics. She has 7 Olympic medals and 30 world championship medals making her the most decorated gymnast in women’s gymnastics and is often said to be the greatest gymnast of all time.
Simone Biles
Name one of the 2 first ice cream companies in Philadelphia. One started in 1861 and was sold originally on Market St. The other started in 1866 and was sold on Frankford Ave.
Bassetts and Breyer
Which founding father is most accredited with writing the rough draft of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Where in the world is the term for “Hello” and “Goodbye” the same?
Hawaii
At what temperature does water boil? F or C…
212 F, 100 C
What country has hosted the most Summer Olympics?
USA
Founded in 1987, this 50s inspired restaurant chain is a Philly area favorite and is know for this famous malts and milkshakes.
Nifty Fifty's
Which founding father founded “The New York Post”? (Hint: he was never president).
Alexander Hamilton
What comes next in the Greek Alphabet…
Alpha, Beta, Gamma….
Delta
Name this tune by Donna Summer……
Hot Stuff