Summer News 1
What is the name of the region in the Middle East that has continued to be the site of devastating war for the past 3 years?
Palestine (Gaza also counts)
In June, this city saw protests responding to ICE raids. President Trump sent in the National Guard. The City has sued in response.
Los Angeles
Who announced that her new album "The Life of a Showgirl" will be released in October?
Taylor Swift
100 POINT BONUS: This diva highlighted her Grammy-winning "Cowboy Carter" album at Soldier Field.
Who was the winner of the NBA Finals this past summer?
The Oklahoma City Thunder. They defeated the Indiana Pacers 4-3 to win their second championship in franchise history.
Did Chicago experience MORE than the average number, around the AVERAGE number, or BELOW the average number of 90 degree+ days this summer?
MORE than the average
After months of signs of mutual esteem and partnership, the relationship with this man and President Trump disintegrated in a series of hostile X and Truth Social posts.
Elon Musk
President Trump recently called up 800 National Guard troops to patrol the streets of which east coast U.S. city?
Washington D.C.
This 2025 Lollapalooza headliner played Nina in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.
Olivia Rodrigo
100 POINT BONUS: He was the first country music artist to headline Lollapalooza.
Why is football's "tush-push" (or "brotherly shove") controversial?
Answers will vary
Over the July 4th weekend, this state experienced record-breaking flooding, which resulted in a devastating loss of life, including many young girls at a summer camp.
Texas
President Trump has been in an outgoing 'fight' over admissions, funding and policy with selective universities. Which college has been at the forefront of these disagreements?
Harvard
(Columbia also counts)
The U.S. dropped "bunker-busting" bombs on the nuclear facilities in this Middle Eastern country over the summer.
Iran
150 POINT BONUS: A majority of Americans are vaccinated to prevent this disease. But the illness has been on the rise in the past year - resulting in a record high number of cases.
What comedy sequel movie starring Adam Sandler came out this summer?
Happy Gilmore 2
150 POINT BONUS: Which of the following was NOT a top box-office sequel this summer? Lilo & Stitch, Pirates of the Caribbean, Jurassic World or Superman?
For the 3rd year in a row, the streets through Chicago's Grant Park were transformed to accommodate this motorsports event.
NASCAR
Protests erupted in Venice in opposition to a billionaire's wedding that was held there. Whose wedding was it?
Jeff Bezos
Trump said that he would double tariffs on India, to 50%, as punishment for its continued purchase of oil from which country?
On June 14th, a military parade was held in Washington D.C. Name of the two occasions this parade was meant to commemorate?
The army's 250th anniversary
President Trump's birthday
200 POINT BONUS: The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Tennessee law prohibiting (not allowing) medical treatment for which group of people?
A company CEO was caught having an affair with an employee and was broadcast on the Jumbotron at which concert?
Coldplay
200 POINT BONUS: What late-night CBS comedy host was "fired" this summer?
Jannik Sinner defeated last year's winner and world No. 2 in the men's singles final of the 2025 Championships. Who did he beat?
Carlos Alcaraz
200 POINT BONUS: Jen Pawol made MLB (Major League Baseball) history being the first female to do what?
In what country will the 2026 winter olympics be held?
Italy
200 POINT BONUS: Which pop star is Taylor Swift collaborating with on her upcoming album?
Leaders of NATO gathered in the Netherlands to discuss threats to the West and renew their commitment to their defensive alliance. At this conference, which person referred to US President Donald Trump as "daddy"?
A. US SECRETARY OF STATE MARCO RUBIO
B. NATO SECRETARY GENERAL MARK RUTTE
C. UKRAINIAN PRESIDENT VOLODYMR ZELENSKY
NATO SECRETARY GENERAL MARK RUTTE
A series of demonstrations were held on June 14, 2025 across the United States, The protests, drew millions of participants aimed to express opposition to the policies and actions of the Trump administration. What were the protests called?
No Kings
A preview of a Pixar season 5 film was shown and a release date of June 2026 was announced. What Pixar series is this?
Toy Story 5
250 POINT BONUS: This K-pop band performed in your area (Soldier Field) in July.
Iga Swiatek won the 2025 Wimbledon Ladies' Singles title, defeating Amanda Anisimova of the United States in the final. What country is she from?
Poland
This summer saw a change in airport security requirements. What was it?
You are no longer required to remove your shoes through the security scanners.