Beach and Ocean Trivia
What’s the largest ocean on Earth?
The Pacific Ocean—it covers more area than all the land on Earth combined!
In which sport would you do a “cannonball”?
Swimming! It’s the classic jump into the pool.
How do butterflies taste their food?
With their feet! They have taste sensors on their legs.
What’s the most popular ice cream flavor in America?
Vanilla, followed by chocolate and strawberry.
What’s the first day of summer called?
The summer solstice—it’s the longest day of the year with the most sunlight!
True or False: Sharks have bones.
False. Sharks have skeletons made of cartilage, the same stuff that’s in your nose and ears.
What summer sport uses a shuttlecock?
Badminton.
What’s the hottest temperature ever recorded on Earth?
134°F (56.7°C) in Death Valley, California, on July 10, 1913.
How were ice pops (Popsicles) invented?
By accident! An 11-year-old boy left a cup of soda with a stirring stick outside overnight in 1905, and it froze.
How long does it take sunlight to reach Earth?
About 8 minutes and 20 seconds.
What causes ocean waves?
Wind blowing across the water’s surface creates most waves.
How many players are on a beach volleyball team?
Two players per team.
How many eyes does a honeybee have?
Five. Two big compound eyes and three smaller simple eyes on top of their head.
What fruit is known as “nature’s candy”?
Watermelon—it’s 92% water and super sweet!
What does SPF stand for on sunscreen bottles?
Sun Protection Factor.
How much of the ocean have humans explored?
Less than 5%—that means there’s so much left to discover!
What’s the diameter of a basketball hoop in inches?
18 inches.
Why do fireflies light up?
To attract mates and communicate with each other.
True or False: Peanuts grow underground.
True. They’re actually legumes, like beans, not nuts.
Which U.S. state has the most water parks?
Florida, also known as the “Water Park Capital of the World.”
What’s the most common type of fish in the ocean?
The bristlemouth fish. There are trillions of them, but you’ve probably never seen one because they live deep underwater.
True or False: Surfing was invented in Hawaii.
True. Ancient Hawaiians have been surfing for over 1,000 years.
What’s the fastest land animal?
The cheetah, which can run up to 70 mph.
What’s the official drink of summer?
Trick question! There isn’t one, but lemonade is commonly the most popular summer drink.
True or False: You can get a sunburn on a cloudy day.
True. Up to 80% of UV rays can penetrate clouds, so wear sunscreen every day.