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This U.S. holiday on July 4th commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
What is Independence Day?
The traditional birthstone for July is this red gem, symbolizing love and passion.
What is a ruby?
The "Ice Bucket Challenge" gained major traction in July 2014 to raise awareness and funds for this disease.
What is ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)?
This U.S. President and author of the Declaration of Independence was born on July 4, 1872.
Who is Calvin Coolidge?
On July 2, 1964, this landmark piece of legislation was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson.
What is the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
This French national holiday, celebrated on July 14, marks the storming of a Paris prison in 1789.
What is Bastille Day?
This is often the hottest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
What is July?
Released in July 2015, this Pixar film explored the emotions inside a young girl’s mind.
What is "Inside Out"?
Born July 3, 1962, this “Mission: Impossible” actor is known for doing many of his own stunts.
Who is Tom Cruise?
This Apollo mission, launched in July 1969, led to the first humans walking on the moon.
What is Apollo 11?
Celebrated on July 1, this holiday marks the anniversary of the confederation of Canada.
What is Canada Day?
If you’re born between July 1st and July 22nd, your zodiac sign is this water sign ruled by the Moon.
What is Cancer?
This record-breaking Marvel movie featuring the multiverse and multiple Spider-Men was released in the U.S. on July 2, 2021.
What is "Spider-Man: No Way Home"?
This Guns N’ Roses frontman, known for “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” was born on July 21, 1962.
Who is Axl Rose?
On July 1, 1979, this popular Sony device was released in Japan, changing how people listened to music.
What is the Walkman?
National Ice Cream Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of this month, thanks to a 1984 proclamation by this U.S. president.
Who is Ronald Reagan?
In the U.S., July is designated as National Month for this fruit, which is technically both a fruit and a member of the rose family.
What is the blueberry?
This pink-themed film, directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie, began dominating the cultural conversation in July 2023.
What is "Barbie"?
Born July 14, 1979, this singer and dancer known for “Yeah!” has also coached on The Voice.
Who is Usher?
This pivotal 1863 battle ended on July 3 and is considered the turning point of the American Civil War.
What is the Battle of Gettysburg?
Observed during the second week of July, this week raises awareness about a common skin condition affecting millions globally.
What is National Psoriasis Awareness Month?
The month of July was named after this famous Roman leader, who was born in this month.
Who is Julius Caesar?
On July 7, 2021, this MLB team made history by naming Rachel Balkovec as the first full-time female coach in their organization.
Who are the New York Yankees?
This Golden State Warriors guard and 4-time NBA champion, born July 14, 1988, changed the game with his 3-point shot.
Who is Stephen Curry?
On July 20, 1944, a failed plot to assassinate this dictator took place in Germany.
Who is Adolf Hitler?
This U.S. observance on July 26th honors a milestone law passed in 1990 that protects the civil rights of people with disabilities.
What is the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
The Dog Days of Summer begin in July and are named after the rising of this star, which is part of the Canis Major constellation.
What is Sirius?
Simone Biles withdrew from several July 2021 Olympic events to focus on her mental health, bringing global attention to this issue.
What is mental health awareness?
This South African leader and anti-apartheid icon was born July 18, 1918.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
The first successful test of this weapon occurred in New Mexico on July 16, 1945.
What is the atomic bomb?