Born in August
This iconic redheaded comedienne of the 1950s and ’60s was married to Desi Arnaz.
Answer: Who is Lucille Ball? She was born on August 6, 1911, in Jamestown, New York, and went on to star in the sitcom I Love Lucy with her real-life husband.
In what country was the Yukon gold rush of the late 1800s?
Answer: Canada. The gold rush took place between 1896 and 1899. There was a mass migration to the Yukon during this time.
As children, we dug in the dirt during outdoor play. Many enjoy re-creating that activity as an adult by practicing this hobby.
Answer: What is gardening? Fun fact: A study in the Netherlands suggests that gardening can help lo
You should do this if RSVP appears on the invitation.
Answer: What is respond? You should usually do this whether you’re asked or not. Sometimes, regrets only is printed on the invitation. In that case, honor the sender’s wishes.
This comedian got no respect.
Answer: Who is Rodney Dangerfield? He was famous for his “I Don’t Get No Respect” stand-up routine. In addition, he appeared in many comedic films such as Caddyshack.
This actor born on August 26, 1980, is best remembered for childhood roles in Uncle Buck and Home Alone.
Answer: Who is Macaulay Culkin? Despite being known for slapstick comedy, the actor also trained extensively in ballet.
How many years has a couple been married if they are celebrating their golden anniversary?
Answer: 50 years. Gold is both the traditional and modern gift for a 50th wedding anniversary.
This type of pool exercise is safe for people of all ages.
Answer: What is swimming or water aerobics? Water activities are low impact and provide many health benefits.
At the table, this goes on your lap.
Answer: What is napkin? While it is useful for discreetly wiping one’s hands, at a fine restaurant it is also considered poor etiquette to use your napkin to wipe your face.
In this Chinese medical practice, a practitioner places needles in the body to stimulate meridians, the pathways along which the body’s vital energy flows.
Answer: What is acupuncture? The practice was developed somewhere between 6000 and 600 BC.
This musician, born on August 29, 1958, is known globally as the “King of Pop.”
Answer: Who is Michael Jackson? After getting his start in the Jackson 5, he went on to record many hits, including “Thriller” and “Billie Jean.”
Is gold edible?
Answer: Yes. Exclusive restaurants sometimes add gold flakes to food and drinks.
This is a favorite summertime citrus beverage.
Answer: What is lemonade? Try adding mint or raspberries to lemonade for a special treat.
Your mother probably warned you that these should never go on the table while eating.
Answer: What are elbows? Today, it is still considered improper to have elbows on the table when plates of food are on it. However, between courses or after the meal, this rule is no longer considered necessary according to etiquette experts.
When corn, beans, and squash are planted together, we call it this garden.
Answer: What is Three Sisters? When these three plants are planted as companion plants, nutrients are returned to the soil instead of stripping it.
This tennis great gained fame as the first Swiss man to win a Grand Slam singles title
Answer: Who is Roger Federer? Born August 8, 1981, he has been a top tennis player since the age of 11 and holds an incredible 20 Grand Slam singles titles.
What is another name for the Yukon gold rush?
Answer: Klondike gold rush. Klondike is a region in the Yukon territory.
This is a favorite non-alcoholic beverage enjoyed on Southern porches.
Answer: What is sweet tea (or iced tea)? Sweet tea is sweetened with sugar or simple syrup.
During an earlier era, we didn’t wear this color after Labor Day
Answer: What is white? Depending on where you live, white wasn’t worn either before Easter or before Memorial Day. These days, anything goes.
The traditional name for the August full moon is also the name of this fish.
Answer: What is sturgeon? Giant sturgeon are most easily caught in the Great Lakes during this part of the year.
Born August 9, 1963, in Newark, New Jersey, she sang hits such as “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.”
Answer: Who is Whitney Houston? The powerhouse singer and fellow musical great Dionne Warwick were cousins.
To what is the term black gold referring?
Answer: Oil (or petroleum). It is called black gold because it is black when extracting it from one’s land but generally leads to great wealth.
Two al fresco dining activities are popular in the summer. Name one of them.
Answer: What are picnics or backyard barbecues? Vinegar, lemon juice, and/or mint help keep bugs away. You can spray a tablecloth or blanket with vinegar or lemon juice and let it dry before using.
Once upon a time, a man should not have worn this in the house.
Answer: What is hat? It’s still perfectly proper to remove the hat when entering a building.
Fred Smith, founder of this freight company, gambled with his last $5,000 and saved the company from bankruptcy.
Answer: What is FedEx? He went home with $27,000, and his winnings paid his employees for one week.