Independence Day
Mainly Maine
Second acts in American Politics
What am I selling
This Vacation
100
New York City's July 4th fireworks display was first enjoyed in 1958. It became an annual event in 1976. The event was first televised in 1991. What famous NY institution sponsors the event?
Macy's
100
Maine Borders the Atlantic Ocean, Canada and what U.S. State?
New Hampshire
100
Before he became the 40th President of the United States, Ronald Reagan was famous for what?
Acting
100
What cereal does this cartoon tiger want you to eat?
Frosted Flakes
100
What is the address of the house we are currently in?
34 Viking Way
200
In 1996, Roland Emirich had a smash success with the movie Independence day starring what two actors seen here?
Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum
200
The English first made a settlement in Maine in 1607. The were, however, not the first Europeans to arrive. What country beat them by three years settling the Maine Island of St. Croix 3 years earlier?
France
200
Before this man became a U.S. Representative for California's 44th district, he was known for his singing and variety show hosting with his wife. What was his name? 
Sonny Bono
200
This is Colonel Sanders. What fast food join would he like you to stop at?
KFC
200
During this vacation, I introduced Miles to a new Video Game. What is the name of the game he and I have been playing?
No Man's Sky
300
Who was the first person to sign their name to the Declaration of Independence?
John Hancock
300
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Maine has the 4th most coastline of any state in the U.S. narrowly beating out California. Name two of the three states with more coastline than Maine.
Alaska
Florida
Louisiana
300
This is Al Franken. Before a became a Senator from Minnesota he was best known for his work on what T.V. show?
SNL
300
This is George Foreman. After his boxing career was over, he had a second act as a pitchman for what product?
Grill
300
Bonnie has tried the Chowder at almost every eatery we have visited. Where did she enjoy the Chowder the most?
The Maine Cabin Masters (the woodshed)
400
On what date does our neighbor to the North, Canada, celebrate its Independence day?
July 1st (Canada Day)
400
Which of these is the correct spelling:
A) Damerscotta
B) Damarescotta
C) Damariscota
D) Damariscotta
D) Damariscotta
400
Before Bill Bradley became a Senetor for the State of New Jersey, he was known for his career as a famous _______?
Basketball Player
400
If you want your battary operated gizmos to keep going and going and going, this bunny recommends what product?
Energizer
400
What model car have we been driving around in?
Toyota Hylander
500
On what date in 1776 did the continental congress vote in favor of Independence?
July 2nd, 1776
500
Crustaceans were Maine's 2nd leading export in 2023. What was Maine's leading export?
Aircraft Parts
500
Davy Crocket may be best known as being king of the wild frontier but he was also a member of the U.S. House of Representatives serving for what state?
Tennessee
500
He was Pedro Cerrano in Major League. He was President Palmer in 24. Now many know Dennis Haysbert as the pitchman for what insurance company?
Allstate
500
All of our devices have been making use of the houses wifi signal. What is the Wifi Password?
45marthabeck