We All Scream for Ice Cream
Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz
Calm Before the Storm
Endless Summer
Etiquette Comes and Goes
100

Put your ice cream into one of these if you want to lick it

What is cone? There are many types of cones available today, including waffle cones, sugar cones, pretzel cones, and cake/wafer cones.

100

Dorothy’s home state

What is Kansas? Dorothy represents Americans at their best, and she comes from an area that was devastated at the time.

100

During a hurricane, an eerie calm occurs when you are in this part of the storm.

What is eye? You might even see sunlight during the eye.

100

As children, we dug in the dirt during outdoor play. Many enjoy re-creating that activity as an adult by practicing this hobby.

What is gardening? Fun fact: A study in the Netherlands suggests that gardening can help lower one’s levels of the stress hormone cortisol. It also raises a person’s level of vitamin D.

100

You should do this if RSVP appears on the invitation.

What is respond? You should usually do this whether you’re asked or not. Sometimes, regrets only is printed on the invitation. In that case, honor the sender’s wishes.

200

This is the most popular ice cream flavor in the world.

What is vanilla? However, some countries claim other flavors as their favorite. For example, Australians prefer licorice-flavored ice cream, while Americans proclaim chocolate is the best.

200

Dorothy’s dog

What is Toto? Author L. Frank Baum did not specify Toto’s breed, but in the film adaptation with Judy Garland they cast a cairn terrier.

200

This shaking occurs before a tsunami.

What is earthquake? If the earthquake is far out to sea, you might not feel it on land. Tsunami waves can travel at 500 miles per hour.

200

This type of pool exercise is safe for people of all ages.

What is swimming or water aerobics? Water activities are low impact and provide many health benefits.

200

At the table, this goes on your lap.

What is napkin? While it is useful for discreetly wiping one’s hands, at a fine restaurant it is also considered poor etiquette to use your napkin to wipe your face.

300

They are the three basic ingredients of ice cream sundaes.

What are ice cream, sauce, and whipped cream? The fourth, optional ingredient is a maraschino cherry on top of the whipped cream.

300

Dorothy’s aunt’s name

What is Auntie Em? Auntie Em’s husband is Dorothy’s Uncle Henry.

300

If, during a storm, you hear from your safe space what sounds like the roar of an approaching train, assume one of these has touched down.

What is tornado? The sound has also been described as the roar of a grizzly bear

300

This is a favorite summertime citrus beverage.

What is lemonade? Try adding mint or raspberries to lemonade for a special treat.

300

Your mother probably warned you that these should never go on the table while eating.

What are elbows? Today, it is still considered improper to have elbows on the table when plates of food are on it. However, between courses or after the meal, this rule is no longer considered necessary according to etiquette experts.

400

This is another name for Italian ice cream

What is gelato? Gelato is creamier and denser ice cream. It uses more milk, less butterfat, and less air than ice cream.

400

The Wicked Witch of the West tries to remove these from Dorothy

What are slippers? The Wicked Witch portrays the Good Witch’s alter ego.

400

This is the common or slang name for a tornado.

What is twister? Tornadoes have been described as “pillars of twisting air” that can travel at around 200 miles per hour.

400

Two al fresco dining activities are popular in the summer. Name one of them.

What are picnics or backyard barbecues? Vinegar, lemon juice, and/or mint help keep bugs away. You can spray a tablecloth or blanket with vinegar or lemon juice and let it dry before using.

400

During an earlier era, we didn’t wear this color after Labor Day

What is white? Depending on where you live, white wasn’t worn either before Easter or before Memorial Day. These days, anything goes.

500

Ice cream originated in this country.

What is China? It was invented in the seventh century.

500

Dorothy sets out to find the Wizard of Oz, who is also referred to as this man.

What is the man behind the curtain? MGM originally had W.C. Fields in mind for the part.

500

These large ice pellets can rattle you and your pets.

What is hail? In early summer, warm temperatures cause instability, while the upper atmosphere is cold enough to produce hail. Hail can fall at close to 100 miles per hour.

500

This simple, everyday activity can help build strong bones, improve mobility, and relieve stress.

What is walking? In addition to physical benefits, it boosts mental activity.

500

Once upon a time, a man should not have worn this in the house.

What is hat? It’s still perfectly proper to remove the hat when entering a building.