Independence Day
How many hot dogs are consumed on the 4th of July?
150 million
What is the most popular grilling fuel in the US?
Propane
What does "SPF" stand for?
Sun Protection Factor
Which summer seafood is now a delicacy but was once considered "poor man's protein"?
Lobster
What year did Memorial Day became a nationally recognized holiday?
1971
Number of Men who signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776?
Two
Which month is National BBQ month?
May
How many popsicles are sold annually?
Approximately 2 billion
In what US State was the beach ball invented?
California
What was the original name given for Memorial Day?
Decoration Day
What explosive tradition is dated back to 1777?
Fireworks
Which president hosted the first BBQ at the White House?
Lyndon Johnson
How long does it take a watermelon to grow?
Approximately 90 days
Which country has the most coastline in the world?
Canada
Where is the official birthplace of Memorial Day? (City/State)
Waterloo, New York
Doing this is a violation of the US Flag Code?
Wearing of the flag
What is the most popular BBQ sauce flavor?
Hickory
What is the longest day of the year called?
Summer Solstice
How long does a seagull live in the wild?
Approximately 10-15 years
What is the reason Memorial Day is celebrated the last Monday in May?
All flowers would be blooming across America
The actual date the official vote took place for the Declaration?
July 2, 1776; 2 days before it was published in papers on July 4.
What city/state is known as the BBQ Capital of the world?
Lexington, North Carolina
What 3 Zodiac signs occur during the summer?
Cancer, Leo, Virgo
Daily Double: What is the largest species of shark?
Whale Sharks
What time of day should flags should be moved up the flagpole after being flown half staff?
Noon