June
What zodiac signs fall in June?
Gemini and Cancer.
What day is celebrated as Father’s Day in most countries during June?
The third Sunday of June.
June 4th 1989 this event occurred when the Chinese government sent tanks and soldiers to open fire on unarmed protestors, most of which were students.
Tiananmen Square Massacre
Which is the largest country in Africa by land area?
Algeria
What is the capital city of Kenya?
Nairobi
On June 5, 1956, Elvis Presley first performed what famous song on the Milton Berle Show?
“Hound Dog”
On July 11, 2000 this company announced the opening of its 20,000th store
7-eleven
A bus driver goes the wrong way down a one-way street. He passes the cops, but they don’t stop him. Why?
He was walking.
Which famous document was signed on June 15, 1215?
The Magna Carta.
Which country celebrates Midsummer’s Eve in June?
Sweden.
What battle marked the turning point of World War II in June 1942?
The Battle of Midway.
What is the highest mountain in Africa?
Mount Kilimanjaro
What are the “Big Five” animals of Africa?
Lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros
This senator was assassinated on June 5th, 1968 during the California presidential primary.
Robert F. Kennedy
Traditionally, use 2 oz. gin, 5 oz. tonic water & 1 lime wedge to make this drink
gin and tonic
You don’t know me yet, but you always miss me when I’m gone. What am I?
Time.
Who is June named after?
Juno, Roman Goddess of Marriage
On which date does the Summer Solstice typically occur?
June 20–21.
Named for the Washington, D.C., complex where a 1972 break-in occurred, this scandal exposed illegal activities and a White House cover-up.
the Watergate Scandal
How many countries are there in Africa?
54
What is the largest lake in Africa by area?
Lake Victoria
Taking its first journey in 1883 this legendary train went from Paris to Istanbul, it would later be featured in many works of popular culture, including Bram Stoker's “Dracula” and even an Agatha Christie novel.
The Orient Express
This Washington D.C. monument stands near the Potomac, about halfway between the Capitol & the Lincoln Memorial
Washington monument
Sam is outside a shop. She can’t read the signs, but she knows she needs to go in to make a purchase. What store is she at?
An eyeglass store.
What does the United States celebrate on June 14?
Flag Day
What holiday celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S. and is observed on June 19?
Juneteenth
On the fields near Waterloo in central Belgium, 72,000 French troops, led by This Emperor, suffered a crushing military defeat from a combined Allied army of 113,000 British, Dutch, Belgian, and Prussian troops.
Napoleon
What is the southernmost point of Africa called?
Cape Agulhas
The Zambezi River forms the border between which two African countries?
Zambia and Zimbabwe
In 1967 a war between Israel, Egypt, Syria and Jordan lasted how many days?
six
China's Song Dynasty was noted for its contributions to the tz'u, a form of this
A song
The more you try to see me, the less you see. The closer you get, the less you know. I’m everywhere, but I can’t be touched. What am I?
A shadow.
What region holds the Midnight Sun Marathon in June?
Tromsø, Norway.
What unique fruit festival is held in June in California?
The Strawberry Festival.
What was the nickname for the attack led by General George A. Custer that led 250 men against 2000-4000 Indian braves with only one scout and a single horse surviving?
Custer's Last Stand
Which strait separates Africa from Europe?
Strait of Gibraltar
Lake Victoria is shared by which three African countries?
Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya
On June 5, 1956 federal court ruled that segregation on public busses was unconstitutional after what?
The Montgomery Bus Boycott led by Rosa Parks
The Rhine River flows north from Switzerland into Germany & through the Netherlands before emptying into this sea
The North Sea
There came a bird featherless and sat on the trees leafless. There came a maiden speechless and ate the bird featherless, from off the trees leafless. What is it?
Snow.