Spring

Springsteen

100

Name the city in NJ where Springsteen was born?

Long Branch

200

Springsteen’s wife is also amber of his band.  What is her name?

Patty Scialfa

300

What is the name of Springsteen’s current band?

The E Street Band

400

Released in 1975, this album gained Bruce world wide fame.

Born to Run

500

In 2016, President Obama awarded this civilian honor to Bruce.

The Presidential Medal of Freedom 

Spring Facts

100

The first day of spring is called the vernal equinox. What does that mean?

Vernal is Latin for “spring“

Equinox is Latin for “equal night”

200

There are only two times during the year when the sun rises due east and sets due west. When does this occur?

During the fall and spring equinoxes

300

March is named after Mars, the Roman god of war. In ancient Rome, this month signaled the beginning of what season?

 March signaled the beginning of warfare season.

400

• The term “spring fever” refers to a both psychological and physiological symptoms associated with the arrival of spring, including restlessness, daydreaming, and increased sexual appetite. Name some possible causes.

The exact cause is unclear but it is suggested that increased light, more exercise, and more bare skin influence hormones.

500

Name some typical spring flowers.

The first spring flowers are typically lilacs, irises, lilies, tulips, daffodils, and dandelions.

MLBSpring Training

100

What is spring training?

A 1994 Grapefruit League game at the LA Dodgers' former camp in Vero Beach, Florida

In Major League Baseball (MLB), spring training is a series of practices and exhibition games preceding the start of the regular season. Spring training allows new players to try out for rosterand position spots.

200

What 2 states traditionally host spring training camps?

Arizona and Florida

300

Why do pitchers and catchers usually report first for spring training?

Pitchers and catchers report to spring training first because pitchers benefit from a longer training period. A few days later, position players arrive and team practice begins.

400

What are the names of the 2 spring practice leagues?

Cactus League in Arizona 

Grapefruit League in FLA

500

What city has been called the original birthplace of spring training?

Hot Springs, Arkansas, has been called the original "birthplace" of spring training baseball.

SpringBreak

100

What is spring break?

Spring break is a vacation period in early spring at universities and schools which started during the 1930s in the United States.

200

Is spring break observed internationally ?

It is observed in Asia, Europe, North America and South America

300

Name some major spring break destinations for US students?

Any place warm with access to drinking and music

400

Name some major international destinations for spring break for American students?

Cancun

Caribbean Island resorts

500

Does Ireland celebrate Spring Break?

Yes.  Ireland is becoming more popular as a Spring Break destination as the St. Patrick Day festival often coincides with American spring break times.

The JerseyShore

100

Name the counties that make up the Jersey Shore.

Middlesex

Monmouth

Ocean

Atlantic

Cape May

200

Although born in Long Branch and raised in Freehold, what Jersey Shore town is Springsteen associated with?

Asbury Park

300

The Jersey Shore is famous for its boardwalks.  What draws crowds to these sites?

Arcades, rides, water parks, restaurants and bars

400

What famous boardwalk was the annual pilgrimage site for Mary Hanley during her Belmar summer vacation?

Seaside Heghts

500

What storm in 2012 devastated the Jersey Shore?

Superstorm Sandy