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What is Juneteenth?
A holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S.
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Which war prompted the end of slavery?
The Civil War
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What month does summer begin in the northern hemisphere?
June
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What tropical island chain is a US state?
Hawaii
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Which month is Pride Month?
June
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Juneteenth is a combination of the words “June” and “________”. (Hint: It's a number)
19
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True or False: Juneteenth is a federal holiday
True!
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What popular drink is traditionally associated with summer?
Lemonade
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What is a popular beach game involving a net and a ball?
Beach volleyball
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What is celebrated on the 4th of July?
American Independence
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What state was Juneteenth first celebrated in?
Texas
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What three colors are on the official Juneteenth flag?
Red, white, and blue
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Which US state is nicknamed the "Sunshine State"?
Florida
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Which ocean is the largest and warmest?
Pacific Ocean
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What day is considered the unofficial start of summer?
Memorial day
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What was the name of the executive order that freed slaves in the US?
The Emancipation Proclamation
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What do people typically drink to celebrate Juneteenth?
Red drinks (ex: hibiscus tea, strawberry soda)
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What is the longest day of the year called?
Summer Solstice
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What does SPF stand for?
Sun Protection Factor
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What day is considered the unofficial end of summer?
Labor Day
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What year did Juneteenth become a federal holiday? (Hint: It was under the president pictured below)
2021
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What year did Juneteenth begin?
1865
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What vitamin is produced by the skin when exposed to sunlight?
Vitamin D
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What is a popular beach activity developed in Hawaii and Australia by the early 1900s?
Surfing
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When does the Summer Solstice occur?
June 20-21