Memorial Day
The main center of observance of this holiday is located in Virgina, which is considered the traditional home of Memorial Day. It is one of two national cemeteries run by the US army. What is the name of this cemetery?
Arlington National Cemetery
One of the main fruits of this island reached its peak in the 1920s and 1930s. The Dole company played a crucial role in marketing this fruit, making it a Hawaiian symbol. At its peak, Hawaii was the world’s leading producer of this fruit.
Pineapple
Born in Honolulu, he spent significant parts of his childhood in Hawaii with his mother and half-sister, eventually graduating high school there in 1979. He eventually became the 44th president of the United States and remains the only president to born from here.
Barack Obama
In the United States, these two dishes have been a staple for cookouts, usually customized to your liking with various toppings and ingredients.
Burgers and Hot Dogs
With a record 38 films in this movie franchise, including both Japanese and American versions, this all started in 1954 from battling monsters to saving Toyko, this character proves that size is unbeatable, indestructible and easily becoming a global icon.
Godzilla- 38 sequels
In 2000, Congress passed a law calling Americans to do this at 3pm on Memorial Day as a symbolic act of unity. What were we encouraged to do?
A moment of silence
Canned meat has become a food staple throughout the islands of Hawaii, as individuals consume this more than any other state in the US. It was introduced in Hawaii mainly for military personnel, as it was readily available and affordable for locals. They typically combine the meat with rice and seaweed, creating a popular food choice.
Spam
Born in Hawaii in 1945, she studied drama at the University of Hawaii before moving to NYC to pursue her acting career. Her connection to the state also extends to her film work, including her role in the movie “Hawaii”, which is based on a novel. Once her singing career took off in 1973, she returned home to Hawaii to perform a concert at the Honolulu International Center. She is known for her role in a Halloween franchise family series and her Grammy award winning song in 1988.
Bette Midler
Steak has been a good option for grilling as they are many choices one can choose from. Options such as a ribeye or T-bone have been popular, but nothing more commonly grilled than this specific cut, often seen as fancy.
Filet Mignon
This popular science fiction franchise explores the final frontier starting with a 1960 TV series before branching out into movies with 13 sequels. This movie franchise quickly became a world-wide pop culture phenomenon.
Star Trek 13
In 1966, this president designated Waterloo in NY as the official birthplace of the holiday. Which president did this?
Lyndon Johnson
Malasadas are a Portuguese-style dessert that were brought to Hawaii by immigrants who came to work on sugar plantations. They often resemble an American classic pasty that is round and hollow, but without a hole. They are often dusted with sugar and can be filled with various flavors. What is it similar to?
Donuts
Born and raised in Honolulu, he spent most of his childhood here, gaining his first musical experiences in his family’s band, eventually leading to his music stardom. He gained recognition in Hawaii as a child for his impersonation of Elvis Presley, eventually leading up to his permanent move to LA to pursue a career.
Bruno Mars
Vegetables have been a good choice for grilling as there are certain ones that hold up better than others, developing that smoky flavor. Options such as bell peppers, onions or corn have been popular choices, but nothing more popular than this green vegetable that provides a lot of nutritional value.
Zucchini
With a total of 28 films and growing, this group of heroes, villains and classic battles have created a franchise that continues to build popularity daily. Often seen as a comic series when it was founded in 1939, many of the characters were inspired by real-life figures, mythology or existing literary works.
Marvel Universe- 28
This was the first state to make this day official in 1871. All other northern states followed by 1890. This state is also known as the birthplace of the American automobile industry.
Michigan
Poke is a traditional Hawaiian dish featuring raw fish that is diced, typically marinated and served over rice, salad or by itself. Hawaiians are known for their ability to catch fish, especially these two kinds of fish, to be used for this dish. What two fish are commonly used?
Tuna and Salmon
Despite her parents being Australian, she was born in Honolulu and given the Hawaiian name Hokulani, which means heavenly star. She spent most of her childhood in Australia, earning her dual citizenship and launching her acting career, resulting in many awards. She may be more known for her early marriage to Tom Cruise, before her current marriage to country star Keith Urban.
In places like Florida, fish has been a good choice to grill if you did not eat meat or preferred something different. It's hard sometimes because fish tend to break easily, but this white fish has a firm texture, holding up well on a grill resulting in charred and flaky edges.
Mahi Mahi
This classic American slash film franchise has spawned 12 films plus a TV series from 1980 to 2009. This movie created a pop culture legacy around the world.
Friday the 13th
It was 1882 when the term Memorial Day first came about. This name became more common than its original name after the Second World War. Federal law officially named it Memorial Day in 1967. What was the holiday originally called
Decoration Day
Lilikoi is the Hawaiian name for this tropical fruit, known for its tart and tangy flavor. It can be often seen in yellow or purple variations and was originally native to South America, where it is called Maracuya. It grows on a vine and thrives in warm humid climates.
Passionfruit
Despite being born in Honolulu, he spent most of his childhood being raised in Iowa before deciding to return to Hawaii after high school. He has Hawaiian heritage on his father’s side and advocates for the indigenous rights of Hawaiian people. Upon his return, he started a modeling career, which then propelled him to a successful acting career. He’s known for portraying a Polynesian fictional character, which reflects his pride and the culture of Hawaii.
Jason Momoa
Sausages have been a great choice for those who don't like red meat. There are many to choose from, with each type providing a unique flavor profile. What are the four most popular sausage varieties?
Kielbasa, Andouille, Italian, Bratwurst
At 25 sequels since 1962, led by a secret agent, it is currently the longest running film franchise. This movie series provides that a classic formula mixed with a touch of cool gadgets and global espionage will never go out of style.
James Bond- 25