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100

An outdoor entertainment venue where you watch movies was debuted in Camden, New Jersey on June 6, 1933.

Drive-In Movie Theater

100

On June 17, 1885, the country of France shipped this gift to America

Statue of Liberty

100

How many days are in the month of June AND which other months have the same number of days?

30

September, April, November

100

Honoring a family member, this holiday is celebrated on the 3rd Sunday in June.

Fathers Day

100

Born on June 10, 1922, this American singer/actress was known for her role as Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz movie.

Judy Garland

200

This communication system of dots and dashes was patented June 20, 1840

Morse Code

200

On June 4, 1919, the 19th Amendment was passed. What did this amendment grant and to whom?

The right to vote to women

200

This quote might be well suited to say in June – “Everything’s coming up _________!”

What is roses?

200

This patriotic holiday is celebrated on June 14th.

Flag Day

200

This actress, born on June 1, 1926, was known not only for her roles in movies, but also for singing "Happy Birthday" to President Kennedy.

Marilyn Monroe

300

On June 9, 1973, this famous horse was the first Triple Crown Winner in 25 years.

Secretariat

300

In June of 1966, a Supreme Court ruling established the reading of these rights, essential in every arrest in the United States ever since. What were they called?

Miranda Rights

300

If you were attending a popular June sport, you might join in singing this song during the 7th inning stretch.

"Take Me Out to the Ballgame"

300

Celebrated on June 6th, this day recognizes the anniversary of what important WWII event

D-Day landing at Normandy Beach

300

His became one of America's favorite cowboys on television.  Referred to as "the Duke", he passed away on June 11, 1972.

John Wayne

400

This item was first demonstrated in NYC on June 27, 1929. It would bring more colors into American homes.

Color Television

400

Fined for illegally voting in a US presidential election on June 6, 1872: Who was it and why was it illegal?

Susan B. Anthony; because she was a woman

400

This big insect, which is attracted to light, comes out on summer nights, especially in June in North America

June bug

400

Officially celebrated on June 19th, and known as “Juneteenth” this day commemorates what event.

the end of slavery

400

In June of 1979, what was the #1 hit song and who sang it?

Donna Summer- Hot Stuff

500

This baseball player announced his retirement in June of 1935. Who was it and how old was he?

Babe Ruth. He was 40 years old

500

This circus began touring the United States in June of 1835

Barnum and Bailey Circus

500

This red fruit starts to ripen in June

Strawberries

500

What is the longest day of the year called?

SUMMER SOLSTICE

(June 20, 21, or 22, and has the most sunlight of any day of the year in the northern hemisphere)

500

This "Beatle" band member has a birthday on June 18

Paul McCartney