Holidays
Which day is recognized as Mother's Day in the U.S.?
The second Sunday
What is the birthstone for May? What color is it?
Emerald- Green
What volcanic eruption occurred on May 18, 1980? It was the first eruption in ___ years.
Mount St. Helens erupted for the first time in 123 years.
On the first Saturday in May, what popular event takes place that includes horses?
The Kentucky Derby
Name one seasonal produce that you can find in May in the US.
Asparagus, strawberry, radish, rhubarb, artichokes, peas, spinach, zucchini
May 1st is also known as ___ ___?
May Day
What is the birth flower for the month of May?
Lily of the valley
On May 22, 1980, what legendary arcade game was released? It first made its debut in Japan.
Pac-man
What is the annual event commonly held in May to mark an educational achievement?
Graduation
What flowering tree is commonly associated with May?
Cherry Blossoms
What day in May is considered "Star Wars Day"?
May 4th
What is May's full moon called? When will it occur in 2025?
The Flower Moon will rise on May 12
On May 20, 1993, about 93 million people tuned into the season finale of what television show, aired on NBC?
Cheers!
Bonus: Name a character or actor/actress from the show.
What professional sport holds their playoffs in May?
Basketball (NBA)
May is considered peak __________ ______ in many areas of the U.S.
Wildflower Season
In the United States, what holiday always falls on the last Monday in May? What is its significance?
Honors those who passed away while serving our country
What are the two possible Zodiac signs for people born in May?
Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
In May of 1904, the first Olympic games held on US soil began in which city?
St. Louis, Missouri
There has never been a ______ ______ _________ that has died in the month of May.
United States President
In Greece, what tradition celebrates the arrival of spring blooms?
Making flower wreaths
What festival takes place in Mexico during the first week of May, to celebrate a historic battle?
Cinco de Mayo
How many days are in the Month of May?
True or False: In any given year, there is no other month starts on the same day of the week as May does.
31
True, May is the only month of 2025 that will start on a Thursday.
Born on May 6, 1898, D_____ F____ G_____ was born in Fremont, Michigan.
Daniel Frank Gerber
Name a state that was admitted to the union in the month of May.
Rhode Island (1970), South Carolina (1788), Wisconsin (1848), Minnesota (1858)
What ritual is commonly practiced on May 1st in France, and is thought to bring good luck?
Giving away lily of the valley