Activities
Which of the following is the most popular summer vacation activity?
A) Shopping; B) Visiting historical sites; C) Swimming/water sports; D) Sightseeing tours
A) Shopping
Ice cream is a summertime favorite! But which flavor ice cream is the most popular? A) Chocolate; B) Vanilla; C) Mint Chocolate Chip; D) Chocolate chip cookie dough
B) Vanilla
Every year we celebrate the signing of the declaration of independence on the 4th of July. What year did we sign it?
1776
Butterflies are a commonly-seen summer animal. How do butterflies taste their food?
With their feet! They have taste sensors on their legs.
What popular summer fabric is made from the flax plant?
A) Linen; B) Hemp; C) Cotton; D) Silk
A) Linen
When are the next summer Olympics? A) 2025; B) 2026; C)2027; D) 2028
D) 2028
Ice cream is always a popular treat in the summer! Which of the following is the top selling ice cream brand?
A) Ben & Jerry’s; B) Haagen-Dazs; C) Dairy Queen; D) Baskin-Robbins
A) Ben & Jerry’s
Summer has more thunderstorms than any other time of year. Which state is known as the “lightning capital of the US” with more lightning strikes than any other state?
A) Oklahoma; B) Texas; C) Florida; D) Georgia
C) Florida
In many parts of the United States, a heat waves is considered a set amount days in a row of above 90-degree Fahrenheit temperatures. How many days in a row of these temperatures do you need to have an official heat wave?
Three
What is the bikini named after? A) A Hawaiian dance; B) A French dessert; C) A Brazilian holiday; D) A Pacific island
D) A Pacific island
Other than the Star-Spangled Banner, which song is played at most baseball games and is deemed its unofficial anthem?
Take me out to the ball game
About what percent of a watermelon is water?
A) 60% B) 70% C) 80% D) 90%
D) 90%
The highest temperature ever recorded in the United States was 134 degrees Fahrenheit. Where in the US did it reach this temperature?
A) Phoenix; B) Las Vegas; C) Death Valley; D) Tucson
C) Death Valley
Worker honeybees can live up to 6 months over the winter. How long do worker bees live in the summer?
A) 14-16 weeks; B) 12 weeks; C) 8 weeks; D) 6 weeks
D) 6 weeks
This style of summer shoe, which exposes the wearer's feet, first became popular in the United States following World War II. It now represents a $20 billion industry.
Flip flips
Over 2 million people participate in SCUBA diving each year. SCUBA is an acronym. What does it stand for?
Self Contained
Underwater
Breathing Apparatus
Many people like putting ketchup on our summer treats, like hamburgers and hot dogs. What number will you find on the side of a Heinz ketchup bottle?
On the first day of summer, the sun is in the perfect position to rise behind the heel stone. At which ancient observatory does this occur? A) Stonehenge; B) Machu Picchu; C) Megalithic Temple of Malta; D) El Caracol
A) Stonehenge
Fireworks are a favorite on the 4th of July. What element is used to create GREEN fireworks?
A) Strontium; B) Barium; C) Copper; D) Sodium
B) Barium
Espadrilles, known for their woven rope sole, were originally worn by whom?
A) Portuguese royalty; B) Mexican farmers; C) Italian jockeys; D) Spanish peasants
D) Spanish peasants
First sold in 1961, this alternative to swimming provided an affordable way for kids to cool off with what was originally called “aquatic play equipment.” You can still purchase this toy today, which has since added features that include a splash pool that is intended to lessen injuries.
Slip ‘N Slide
What popular summer fruit is nicknamed the "King of Fruits"?
Durian
Summer officially begins on or around June 21. What do we call this day?
Summer Solstice
Male fireflies flash their glow to attract females. What do we call the ability of a living thing to produce light?
Bioluminescence
What summer activity would you be probably be doing if you wore a dry-suit?
Underwater diving