Summer Holidays
This holiday celebrated on July 4th in the U.S. commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence
What is Independence Day?
The Earth is tilted toward the sun during this season in the Northern Hemisphere
What is summer?
This frozen treat on a stick is a favorite at summer fairs
What is a popsicle?
This U.S. state, known for its beaches and theme parks, is a top summer travel destination
What is Florida?
In this 1978 movie musical, Sandy and Danny sing about their seasonal romance in "Summer Nights."
What is Grease?
This classic Beach Boys hit says "We'll have fun, fun, fun..."
What is "Fun, Fun, Fun"?
In Canada, this national holiday falls on July 1st
What is Canada Day?
This index measures how hot it feels when humidity is factored in with the actual temperature
What is the heat index?
This triangular, juicy fruit is a staple at summer picnics
What is watermelon?
The Eiffel Tower and warm café patios draw tourists to this city in the summer
What is Paris?
This Disney musical film features a summer romance between Troy and Gabriella
What is High School Musical 2?
This hit, that ice cold, Michelle Pfeiffer, that white gold, this one, for them hood girls, them good girls, straight masterpieces, stylin', while in, livin’ it up in the city, got Chucks on with Saint Laurent, got kiss myself I’m so pretty
What is "Uptown Funk"?
This Monday holiday in early September unofficially marks the end of summer in the U.S.
What is Labor Day?
These summer storms often bring lightning, thunder, and heavy rain
What are thunderstorms?
This dish of grilled meat often served on a bun is a barbecue classic
What is a hamburger?
Tourists flock to the Amalfi Coast in this Mediterranean country
What is Italy?
This 1975 blockbuster movie made people afraid to go back in the water
What is Jaws?
This 2013 hit by Pharrell Williams became a feel-good anthem of the summer
What is "Happy"?
This holiday, observed in many European countries on August 15, celebrates the Assumption of Mary
What is the Feast of the Assumption?
This dangerous condition occurs when your body overheats, often due to prolonged exposure to or physical exertion in high temperatures
What is heatstroke?
This summery salad is made with tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil
What is a Caprese salad?
This national park in Wyoming is famous for geysers and summer camping
What is Yellowstone?
Olaf is the name of the snowman who loves summer in this Disney movie
What is Frozen?
DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince told us there's "no need to complain" in this laid-back 1991 summer anthem
What is "Summertime"?
In Japan, this Buddhist festival honors the spirits of ancestors and takes place in mid-July or mid-August
What is Obon?
This term refers to a long period of abnormally hot weather
What is a heatwave?
Named for a Spanish city, this cold soup made of tomatoes and vegetables is popular in the heat
What is gazpacho?
Known for its white-washed buildings and blue domes, this Greek island is a summer hotspot
What is Santorini?
This TV series, set on a beach and starring David Hasselhoff, was a 90s summer staple
What is Baywatch?
This 2012 hit by Carly Rae Jepsen had everyone saying, "Hey, I just met you..." during the summer
What is "Call Me Maybe"?