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100

This is a flying toy often seen soaring at the beach on windy days.

What is a kite?


100

A popular activity where you float or do the breaststroke.

What is swimming?

100

A cold treat made with cream and served in a cone.

What is ice cream?

100

“Here Comes the ___” is a Beatles summer anthem.

What is Sun? 

100

This U.S. holiday celebrates independence on July 4th.

What is Independence Day?

200

You wear this to protect your eyes from the sun.

What are sunglasses?

200

You might build this with a bucket and shovel at the shore.

What is a sandcastle?

200

This juicy fruit is a picnic favorite with black seeds or none at all.

What is watermelon?

200

The Beach Boys sang about this U.S. state in “California Girls.”

What is California?

200

The unofficial start of summer, often honored with parades and flags.

What is Memorial Day?

300

This summertime event often involves rides, fried food, and a Ferris wheel.

What is a county fair?

300

This piece of equipment helps you stay afloat but doesn’t use air.

What is a pool noodle?

300

This tangy side dish is often made with cabbage and vinegar or mayo.

What is coleslaw?

300

Will Smith had a hit with this smooth seasonal track in 1991.

What is Summertime?

300

Celebrated in early September, this holiday honors the American worker.

What is Labor Day?

400

These insects often crash outdoor gatherings and leave itchy reminders.

What are mosquitoes?

400

This safety structure is manned by someone watching for swimmers in trouble.

What is a lifeguard tower?

400

This grilled dish consists of meat and vegetables on a stick.

What is a kebab (or shish kebab)?

400

“Cruel Summer” was first recorded by this British girl group in 1983.

Who is Bananarama?

400

This June observance celebrates American flag history.

What is Flag Day?

500

This phrase describes the hottest stretch of summer, often in late July or August.

What are the dog days of summer?

500

This water sport involves standing on a board while riding waves.

What is surfing?

500

This Southern U.S. treat is frozen, fruity, and scraped into cups or cones.

What is a snow cone or shaved ice?

500

This Don Henley song says, “Nobody on the road, nobody on the beach.”

What is The Boys of Summer?

500

This exact day marks the longest day of the year.

What is the summer solstice (or first day of summer)?