Summer
This holiday unofficially signifies the end of the summer season.
What is Labor Day?
Beginning in the late 19th century, as the trade union and labor movements grew, trade unionists proposed that a day be set aside to celebrate labor. "Labor Day" was promoted by the Central Labor Union and the Knights of Labor, which organized the first parade in New York City. In 1887, Oregon was the first state of the United States to make it an official public holiday. By the time it became an official federal holiday in 1894, thirty states in the United States officially celebrated Labor Day.[4]
This singer made the 'moonwalk' dance move famous.
Who is Michael Jackson?
Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer. Dubbed the "King of Pop", he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. Over a four-decade career, his contributions to music, dance, fashion, and philanthropy, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture. He influenced artists across many genres, and through stage and video performances, popularized complicated dance moves such as the moonwalk, to which he gave the name, and the robot. He is the most awarded music artist in history.
A group of lions is called this.
This is the most counterfeited bill in the United States.
What is the $20 bill?
U.S. officials have said the $100 note is the most frequently counterfeited denomination of U.S. currency outside the United States due to its broad circulation overseas. In the United States, the $20 bill is the most frequently counterfeited note.
In 1780 this animal was designated as a national symbol.
What is the Bald Eagle?
National Bird – Bald Eagle – The bald eagle has long been the national bird of the United States. In 1782, the Continental Congress adopted the Great Seal of the United States, which depicts a bald eagle holding 13 olive branches in one talon and 13 arrows in the other. The olive branch stands for the power to make peace, while the arrows stand for the power to make war. The bald eagle was chosen because of its long life, great strength, and majestic looks, and because it was believed to exist only on this continent at the time.
This is where the summer Olympics scheduled to be held this summer.
Where is Tokyo, Japan?
The 2020 Summer Olympics, officially the Games of the XXXII Olympiad and also known as Tokyo 2020, is an upcoming international multi-sport event scheduled to be held from 23 July to 8 August 2021 in Tokyo, Japan
This actor is known as 'The Rock'.
Who is Dwayne Johnson?
Dwayne Douglas Johnson (born May 2, 1972), also known by his ring name The Rock,[3] is an American actor, producer, retired professional wrestler,[6] and former American football and Canadian football player.[7] Regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time,[8][9] he wrestled for the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) for eight years prior to pursuing an acting career. His films have grossed over $3.5 billion in North America and over $10.5 billion worldwide,[10] making him one of the world's highest-grossing and highest-paid actors.[11][12]
This bird is a symbol of peace.
What is a dove?
A number of peace symbols have been used many ways in various cultures and contexts. The dove and olive branch was used symbolically by early Christians and then eventually became a secular peace symbol, popularized by a Dove lithograph by Pablo Picasso after World War II.
This is the name of the factory where money is made.
What are called Mints.
The first United States Mint opened in Philadelphia and is still the largest producing mint in the world. There are many interesting facts about this historic place. The US Mint opened for business in 1799 as an independent agency reporting only to the President of the United States.
The name of the United States National Anthem.
What is the Star Spangled Banner.
"The Star-Spangled Banner" is the national anthem of the United States. The lyrics come from the "Defence of Fort M'Henry",[2] a poem written on September 14, 1814, by 35-year-old lawyer and amateur poet Francis Scott Key after witnessing the bombardment of Fort McHenry by British ships of the Royal Navy in Baltimore Harbor during the Battle of Baltimore in the War of 1812. Key was inspired by the large U.S. flag, with 15 stars and 15 stripes, known as the Star-Spangled Banner, flying triumphantly above the fort during the U.S. victory.
In the summer heat, the iron in this French tourist destination expands, making it grow more than 6 inches.
What is the Eiffle Tower?
Locally nicknamed "La dame de fer" (French for "Iron Lady"), it was constructed from 1887 to 1889 as the entrance to the 1889 World's Fair and was initially criticised by some of France's leading artists and intellectuals for its design, but it has become a global cultural icon of France and one of the most recognisable structures in the world.[3] The Eiffel Tower is the most-visited paid monument in the world; 6.91 million people ascended it in 2015.
This actress played Hermione Granger in Harry Potter.
Who is Emma Watson?
Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson (born 15 April 1990)[3] is an English actress and activist. She has gained recognition for her roles in both blockbusters and independent films, as well as her women's rights work. Watson has been ranked among the world's highest-paid actresses by Forbes and Vanity Fair, and was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2015.[4][5][6]
This animal can not jump.
What is an elephant?
Created in 2009, this is the first decentralized cryptocurrency.
What is Bitcoin?
There's a fact about Bitcoin you should know. There's a limited amount of Bitcoin. When Bitcoin was founded, the creator of the cryptocurrency only made 21 million. Right now, over 16 million are in circulation, however, more are being mined every day
This is what the 13 stripes on the American Flag stand for.
What are the 13 Colonies?
This is what SPF stands for.
What is sun protection factor?
The SPF number tells you how long the sun’s UV radiation would take to redden your skin when using the product exactly as directed versus the amount of time without any sunscreen. So ideally, with SPF 30 it would take you 30 times longer to burn than if you weren’t wearing sunscreen.
This actress played Black Widow in Marvel Avengers.
Who is Scarlett Johansson?
Scarlett Ingrid Johansson (/dʒoʊˈhænsən/; born November 22, 1984) is an American actress and singer. She was the world's highest-paid actress in 2018 and 2019, and has featured multiple times on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Her films have grossed over $14.3 billion worldwide, making Johansson the highest-grossing actress and ninth-highest-grossing box office star of all time. She is the recipient of various accolades, including a Tony Award and a BAFTA Award, as well as nominations for two Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards.
Dogs have sweat glands in this body part.
What are the paws?
This was the last year the $2 bill was printed.
When was 2014?
In 1925, the US government tried — unsuccessfully — to increase the popularity of the $2 bill by placing one in federal employee pay envelopes. After years of public indifference to the $2 bill, production was finally discontinued in 1966, only to be restarted as part of the American Bicentennial celebration in 1976.
This contest is held every 4th of July at Coney Island by Nathan's Famous.
What is the Hot dog eating contest?
The reigning champ, Joey Chestnut, holds the world record for the most hot dogs eaten at 73. That's equivalent to about 16 pounds, or as much as 42 billiard balls! Chestnut consumed over 12,000 calories in less than 10 minutes when he set the record in 2013.
These days, nicknamed after a popular animal, occur from July 3 to August 11.
What are The Dog Days of Summer?
Why Are They Called the “Dog Days” of Summer? The phrase is actually a reference to the fact that, during this time, the Sun occupies the same region of the sky as Sirius, the brightest star visible from any part of Earth and part of the constellation Canis Major, the Greater Dog.
These two musicians won the video of the year at the 2021 CMT awards for the song "Hallelujah."
Who are Carrie Underwood and John Legend?
This insect is older than dinosaurs.
What are cockroaches?
Geologists at Ohio State University have found the largest-ever complete fossil of a cockroach, one that lived 55 million years before the first dinosaurs.
This president was on the first series of the $1,000 bill.
Who is Alexander Hamilton?
The very first $1000 dollar bill was actually printed and went into circulation around 1910s. President Alexander Hamilton was featured on this bill. Regarded as one of America’s Founding Fathers and was the one who convinced New Yorkers to agree to ratify the US Constitution. He was also known for founding the country’s financial system.
Fireworks were invented in this country.
Where is China?
Fun Facts: Fireworks were originally invented in China. Cultural events and festivities such as the Chinese New Year and the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival were and still are times when fireworks are guaranteed sights. China is the largest manufacturer and exporter of fireworks in the world. Modern colored fireworks were invented in Europe in the 1830s.