Summer Months
When does summer officially begin and end?
June and September
This meaty delight can be up to a foot long and traditionally comes with red and yellow condiments
Hot dogs
What are the three hottest states?
Florida, Louisiana, Texas
What sport is played at Fenway Park?
Baseball. Fenway is the oldest MLB ballpark (opened in 1912)
A ray of sunshine means...
someone or something that brings happiness or optimism to a situation
What month is National Ice Cream Month?
In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month
What is the most popular ice pop flavor in the US?
Cherry
Where are popular places to visit during the summer?
Beaches and national parks
The summer Olympics are held every how many years?
Four years
Vacation mode describes...
a state of mind in which a person is relaxed and carefree
What summer month was the Mona Lisa stolen from the Louvre?
What is the most popular ice cream flavor?
Vanilla
What famous landmark in France grows in the summer?
The Eiffel Tower-- the heat expands the iron of the Eiffel Tower, causing it to grow 6 inches during the summer
Where will the next summer Olympics be held?
Los Angeles, California (2028)
Fun in the sun refers to...
bonus: name some fun in the sun activities that you enjoy
What summer month is a top month for weddings?
June, due its namesake Juno (goddess of marriage)
Whether grilled, steamed, or air popped, this sweet summer vegetable hits the spot every time
Corn
What places is the sun visible for 24 hours in the summer?
What vegetable did baseball player Babe Ruth keep under his hat to stay cool?
Dog days of summer refers to...
the hottest and most uncomfortable period of summer
What is the month of July named after?
in honor of the Roman general and dictator, Julius Caesar
What foods are in season during the summer months?
Strawberries (June), blueberries (July-Aug), raspberries (July-Aug), sweet corn, tomatoes, zucchini/summer squash, cucumbers, green beans, basil, lettuce, peaches, cherries, plums, sugar snap peas, etc.
What country is mosquito free?
Iceland!
Why are the Olympic ring colors blue, yellow, black, green, and red on a white background?
Because at least one of the colors appears on the national flag of every country in the world at the time of creation (1913). Symbolizes unity
Make hay while the sun shines means...
Doing something while you have the chance