470 Trivia Questions for All Grade Levels
Geography Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
1. What is the name of the tallest mountain in the world? Mount Everest
2. How many continents in the world are there? 7 continents
3. What is the smallest state? Rhode Island
4. What is the biggest state? Alaska
5. How many oceans in the world are there? 5 oceans
6. Which country has the biggest population in the world? China
7. Which country is the Eiffel Tower in? France
8. Which state is the Statue of Liberty in? New York
9. How many states are there in the United States? 50 states
10. What is the coldest place on Earth? Antarctica
11. What is the hottest state? Florida
12. How many Disney parks are there? 6 Disney parks
13. How many time zones does Russia have? 11 time zones
14. Which season that is not winter happens in December in Australia? Summer
15. What is the name of the biggest airport in the United States? Denver International Airport
16. Which country is the Leaning Tower of Pisa in? Italy
17. Where was the first baseball stadium? Pittsburgh
18. How many stars are on the American flag? 50 stars
19. Who sewed the first American flag? Betsy Ross
20. How many stripes are on the American flag? 13 stars
21. What was the first state of the United States? Florida
22. What was the first spoken language? Sanskrit
23. How old is the United States? Adjust according to the calendar.
24. Which city in Italy is famous for its canals? Venice
25. What are the colors of the Italian flag? Red, white, and green
26. What is the longest river in the world? Nile River
27. What was the last state added to the United States? Hawaii
28. What is the biggest continent? Asia
29. What is the name of the largest volcano in the world? Mauna Loa
30. What is the smallest country in the world? The Vatican City
31. What are the colors of the German flag? Black, red, and yellow
32. What is the largest island in the world? Greenland
33. Where was the first Disney Park location? Disneyland California
34. Who was the first person in the disability community to climb Mount Everest? Tom Whittaker
35. Which country has the highest number of disability accessible cities? Europe
36. Which country has free health care and education? Denmark
37. Where is the White House located? Washington D.C.
True or False:
38. The first American flag had 13 stars. True
39. Spaghetti is an Italian food. False
40. Volcanoes can be underwater. True
Animal Facts Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
41. What is the deadliest spider in Australia? Sydney Funnel Web
42. How many years do Mayflies spend in their larvae stage? 3 years
43. How many Horseshoe Crab species exist? 4 species
44. In which ocean can the Pacific Sea Nettle Jellyfish be found? Pacific Ocean
45. How much does a Great White Shark weigh? 2,658 pounds
46. What color is an adult Parrotfish? Dark gray
47. How many species of Piranha live in the rivers of South America? 30 species
48. How many venomous spines do Lionfish have on their skin? 13 venomous spines
49. How many stages are in the life cycle of Salmon? 6 stages
50. Where is the Silverjaw Minnow usually found? Small creeks and rivers
51. What is the difference between frogs and toads? Frogs have smooth skin while toads have rough and dry skin.
52. How many species of tree frogs exist? 900 species
53. How does the common toad defend itself? By gulping air and standing on its tiptoes
54. Where can a Rough-Skinned Newt be found? Small ponds, lakes, and streams
55. Which body part does the Spotted Tail Cave Salamander use to climb a rock? Tail
56. How many feet is the Japanese Giant Salamander? 5 feet
57. How many eggs does the Common Snapping Turtle lay? 83 eggs
58. How does the Blue Tongue Skink defend itself? By flashing its blue tongue
59. What does the Galapagos Tortoise eat? Fruit and berries
60. How much does the male Komodo Dragon weigh? 200 pounds
61. What does the Copperhead Snake eat? Rodents and frogs
62. How many eggs does the American alligator lay? 25-60 eggs
63. What does the mating call of Tokay Gecko sound like? A frog's crock
64. What is the main prey of the Osprey? Fish
65. How many starlings in a winter roost? 1.5 million starlings
66. What is the wingspan of the Turkey Vulture? 6 1/2 feet
67. What is the lifespan of the Red-Backed Shrike? 8 years
68. What is the largest member of the Parrot family? Military Macaw
69. How does the Southern Cassowary defend itself? By using their feet
70. What is the fastest flying bird? The Peregrine Falcon
71. Where can you find a Honduran White Bat? Rainforest
72. How many hours does a Giant Panda eat? 16 hours
73. What are pandas' favorite food? Bamboo
74. What do orangutans use to get honey out of beehives? Sticks
75. How fast can the White Rhino run? 30 miles per hour (mph)
True or false:
76. The Whip Scorpion can sting. False
77. Crabs breathe water through their gills. True
78. The Furry Pus caterpillar is poisonous. True
79. Bumble bees die when they sting. False
80. The Frogfish uses camouflage to hunt. True
81. The Spotted Seahorse eats its prey by chewing it. False
82. The Bullfrog is a vegetarian. False
83. The skin of the Slimy Salamander is impossible to remove from human fingers if touched. True
84. Turtles and tortoises eat their food with a beak. True
85. American Crocodiles can be found in the Everglades. True
86. The Brown Thrasher is Georgia's state bird. True
87. The Striated Caracara is a carnivore. True
88. The Great Horned Owl lives in the city park. True
89. The African Savanna Elephant is the smallest elephant. False
90. Gray Wolves prefer to live alone. False
91. Tigers prefer to live alone. True
Food Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
92. Which state were chocolate chip cookies invented in? Massachusetts
93. Which type of food holds the world record for being the most stolen food in the world? Cheese
94. What is the only food that will never go bad? Honey
95. Which state had the first Rita's water ice location? Pennsylvania
96. Which state had the first Wendy's location? Ohio
97. How old is the oldest jar of honey believed to be? 5500 years old
98. Where were Doritos invented? Disneyland
99. Where was macaroni n cheese invented? Medieval Europe
100. How many food groups are there? 5 food groups
101. What was the first food ever made? Bread
102. What is the United States of America's favorite flavor of ice cream? Vanilla
103. What is the most ordered food in the United States? Fried chicken
104. Where were cheeseburgers invented? Colorado
105. Where was Coco-Cola first served? Georgia
106. What is the most popular pizza topping in the United States? Pepperoni
107. How many soda cans does the average American drink every year? 600 soda cans
108. What is the oldest soft drink in the United States of America? Dr. Pepper
109. What is the most common ordered food at seafood restaurants? Shrimp
110. Where was pizza invented? Italy
111. Where was the first McDonalds? California
112. Which country drinks the most coffee? The Netherlands
113. How many different ingredients does it take to make a Big Mac? 67 ingredients
114. What is the most common food allergy in the United States? Shellfish
115. Which state were chicken nuggets invented in? New York
116. Which drink advertises as being "sports fuel?" Gatorade
117. What is the most common ice cream topping? Hot fudge
118. Where was the first Burger King? Florida
119. What was the first dessert ever made? Ice cream
120. Where was the first Olive Garden location? Florida
121. Where was the first Raising Canes location? Louisiana
122. What is the best-selling packaged cookie in the United States of America? Oreos
123. What is sushi most commonly wrapped in? Seaweed
124. About how many seeds are planted in a strawberry? 200 seeds
125. What is the sweetest known fruit? Mangos
126. What is the largest fast-food chain in the world? McDonalds
127. What is the most commonly eaten food in the United States of America? Rice
True or False:
128. French fries were invented in France. False
129. People with Celiac Disease are advised to not eat any food with gluten in it. True
130. Pineapple was named for its resemblance to pinecones. True
Fall Solstice Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
131. When is the first day of fall? September 22
132. How many different types of apples exist in the world? More than 7,500 apples
133. Which month is Halloween? October
134. What is the birthstone for September? Sapphire
135. Which planet can be seen in the sky at nighttime during the fall during on where people live? Mercury
136. How many students in our grade/class have fall birthdays? Customize according to your school!
137. How many teachers in our grade/school have fall birthdays? Customize according to your school!
138. How many Friday the 13ths were there this year? Adjust according to the calendar.
139. When is the last day of fall? December 20
140. Which season comes before fall? Summer
141. Which season comes after fall? Winter
142. There are four (4) seasons in one year. In what order does fall happen? Fourth (4th)
143. How many seeds are in all pumpkins? 500 seeds
144. Which two (2) colors are most commonly associated with Halloween? Orange and black
145. Who was the Greek goddess of fall? Carpo
146. How many leaves fall off of trees at a time? 10-15%
True or False:
147. People tend to fall in love the most during the winter and fall. True
148. Birth rates are at their lowest during the fall. False
149. There are two (2) birthstones for both the months of October and November. True
150. Fall is the shortest season. False
151. Once leaves turn brown, they are dead. True
Sports Themed Trivia Questions:
152. What is it called when a bowler knocks down all of the pins? Strike
153. How many dimples does an average golf ball have? 336 dimples
154. Which country has competed the most times in the Summer Olympics, but has never won a gold medal? The Philippines
155. What is it called when a bowler makes three (3) strikes in a row? Turkey
156. What is the national sport of Canada? Lacrosse
157. What is it called when a bowler knocks down all of the pins in the second roll when no pins were knocked down in the first roll? Spare
158. What was the first sport in the world? Wrestling
159. Who was the first openly nonbinary athlete in the Winter Olympics? Timothy LeDuc
160. What does NBA stand for? National Basketball Association
161. What does NFL stand for? National Football League
162. What color are the goalposts in football? Yellow
163. In what game is "love" a score? Tennis
164. Which body part cannot touch the ball in soccer? Hands
165. In what year were women allowed to start playing sports? 1900
166. What does PGA stand for? Professional Golfers Association
167. What are the team colors for the Flyers? Orange, white, and black
168. Which basketball player was Michael Jordan nicknamed after when he was in high school? Magic Johnson
169. What are the Phillies' team colors? Red, white, and blue
170. Which country won the first Women's World Cup? United States
171. What do the rings in the Olympics represent? The continents of the world
172. Which team has the most NBA titles? Boston Celtics
173. Where did the first ancient Olympic games happen? Greece
174. When an Olympic athlete wins first place, which color medal do they get? Gold
175. Who founded the Special Olympics? Eunice Kennedy Shriver
176. What year was the Special Olympics founded? 1968
177. Where are the Special Olympics headquartered? Washington D.C.
178. What is the name of the targets in bowling? Pins
179. What is the shape of the ball in rugby? Oval
180. What is backwards skating called? A loop
181. Which country started ice skating? Scandinavia
182. What are ice skating shoes called? Figure skates
183. How many bases are there in baseball? 4 bases
184. What is the last base in baseball called? Home base
185. What was the first baseball team? The Cincinnati Red Stockings
True or False:
186. The Philadelphia Eagles won their first ever Super Bowl Championship in 2018. True
187. There are six (6) rings on the Olympic flag. False
188. A soccer field is called a goalie. False
189. The youngest professional soccer player was 12 years old. True
190. 18 holes are played in an average round of golf. True
191. Ukraine hosted the very first FIFA World Cup in 1930. False
Halloween Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
192. What is the name of the house that has been recognized by the Guiness Book of World Records as the world's oldest haunted house? The Cutting-Edge Haunted House
193. What item is banned only on Halloween in Hollywood? Silly string
194. What is Mx./Mr./Miss/Ms./Mrs. (Teacher Name)'s favorite Halloween candy? Customize according to you!
195. What is the night before Halloween called? Mischief Night
196. Which state holds the Guiness World Record for the largest corn maze in the world? Minnesota
197. What is the most common Halloween costume? Witch
198. How heavy was the world's largest jack-o-lantern? 2,350 pounds
199. Where did pumpkins start? Mexico
200. What do blue pumpkins symbolize? Autism awareness
201. Which black animal that is able to fly is usually associated with Halloween? Bat
202. What does it mean if you see a teal pumpkin on someone's doorstep while trick-or-treating? Allergy free treats provided
203. What was the original name of candy corn? Chicken Feed
204. What do purple pumpkins symbolize? Epilepsy awareness
205. Which fruit do people usually "bob" for on Halloween? Apples
206. What do yellow pumpkins symbolize? Speech disorders awareness
207. How much Halloween candy do Americans eat every year? 3.4 pounds
208. What do pink pumpkins symbolize? Breast cancer awareness
209. Which state holds the Guiness World Record for the most lit jack-o-lanterns? New Hampshire
210. What do white pumpkins symbolize? Pregnancy and infant loss awareness
211. About how much candy corn is sold every Halloween? 35 million pounds
212. Which vegetable used to be carved into a jack-o-lantern in Scotland? Turnips
213. What is America's most popular Halloween candy? Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
214. How many pieces of candy does the average house give to trick-or-treaters that come? 2 pieces of candy
215. Which television channel hosts 31 Nights of Halloween? Freeform
216. Was It a movie or book first? Book
217. About how many calories are found in an average trick-or-treaters Halloween stash? 11,000 calories
218. How many movies are there in the Halloween Franchise? 13 movies
219. What type of mask does Jason Voorhees wear in the Friday the 13th movies? Hockey mask
220. Where did mummies first come from? Egypt
221. What was the name of the first Goosebumps book? Welcome to Dead House
True or False:
222. Pumpkins are a vegetable. False
223. During ancient history, not only people could be mummified, but their pets as well. True
Thanksgiving Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
224. What day of the week is Thanksgiving celebrated on in the United States every year? Thursday
225. What date will Thanksgiving be held on this year? Adjust according to your calendar.
226. Which job experiences its busiest day is Thanksgiving? Plumbers
227. What are female turkeys called? Hens
228. What is Mx./Mr./Miss/Ms./Mrs. (Teacher's Name)'s favorite Thanksgiving dish? Customize according to you!
229. What year was the first Thanksgiving held? 1621
230. According to the Calorie Control Council, how many calories does the average American eat on Thanksgiving? 4,500 calories
231. How long did the first Thanksgiving feast last? 3 days
232. Who was the first character balloon to ever appear in the Macy's Day Parade? Felix the Cat
233. According to the National Turkey Federation, how many pounds of turkey does the average American eat each year? 15 pounds
234. Which month is Thanksgiving celebrated every year? November
235. What is the most commonly eaten food during Thanksgiving? Turkey
236. How much did the largest pumpkin pie weigh? 3,700 pounds
237. How many turkeys are eaten on Thanksgiving every year? 46 million turkeys
238. Which color are turkey eggs? Tan
239. Which historical person wanted the turkey to be America's national bird? Benjamin Franklin
240. What is the most commonly eaten type of pie during Thanksgiving? Pumpkin pie
241. The word "cornucopia" means horns of plenty in which language? Latin
242. Which month does Canada celebrate Thanksgiving? October
243. What are male turkeys called? Toms
244. How many eggs does a turkey lay per day? 100 eggs
245. How fast can a turkey run? 25 miles per hour (mph)
246. How many turkeys are made every Thanksgiving? 46 million turkeys
247. How much does the average Thanksgiving turkey weigh? 15 pounds
248. Which state eats the most turkey on Thanksgiving? California
True or False:
249. The United States is the only country that celebrates Thanksgiving. False
250. Black Friday is always the day after Thanksgiving. True
251. Canada celebrates Thanksgiving during the month of November just like the United States does. False
252. Turkeys can fly. True
253. Sweet potatoes are potatoes. False
254. Thanksgiving is the most traveled holiday every year. True
Winter Solstice Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
255. How many times does the winter solstice happen each year? 2 times
256. How many days and nights is Hanukkah celebrated? 8 days and nights
257. How many ghosts appear in A Christmas Carol? 4 ghosts
258. Which three (3) colors are Kwanzaa candles? Red, green, and black
259. How many students in our class/grade have winter birthdays? Customize according to your school!
260. How many teachers in our grade/school have winter birthdays? Customize according to your school!
261. When did the first New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square? 1907
262. What does the winter solstice symbolize in many cultures? Rebirth
263. What does the word "Hanukkah" mean in Hebrew? Dedication
264. Where was baby Jesus born on Christmas Day? Bethlehem
265. Which real-life person is Santa Claus based on? Saint Nicholas
266. Which diverse community tends to celebrate Kwanzaa the most as part of their culture? African American/Black community
267. How many feet in diameter is the Times Square New Year's Eve ball? 12 feet
268. Which season comes after winter? Spring
269. What is the name of the fried potato pancakes that are eaten during Hanukkah? Latkes
270. How many days is Kwanzaa celebrated for? 7 days
271. What is the Jewish star called? Star of David
272. Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree? Germany
273. How many Kwanzaa candles are there? 7 candles
274. What is the most common New Year's Resolution? To exercise more and/or lose weight
275. How many sides does a snowflake have? 6 sides
276. Where were the first Winter Olympic games held? France
277. What is the color of a snow flower? Red
278. What other planet has snow been seen on? Mars
279. What is the scientific vocabulary word for animals sleeping during the winter? Hibernation
280. How many days can a bear survive without food during hibernation? 100 days
True or False:
281. According to history, there have been 7 Times Square New Year's Eve balls. True
282. People tend to fall in love the most during the winter and fall. True
283. The Sun travels the longest path through the sky during winter. False
Valentine's Day Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
284. Who is the goddess of love and beauty? Cupid
285. What is Cupid's name according to Greek mythology? Eros
286. In Roman mythology, with whom does Cupid fall in love? Psyche
287. Before "X" stood for a kiss, what did it represent at the end of a letter? The cross
288. When did Sweethearts first get their shape? 1901
289. Where was the oldest-known Valentine's Day message sent from? Prison
290. About how many roses are sent for Valentine's Day each year? 50 million roses
291. About how many adults in the United States go out for Valentine's Day each year? 52%
292. Who invented the first Valentine's Day candy box? Richard Cadbury
293. How many students in our grade/class have February birthdays? Customize this answer depending on your school!
294. How many teachers in our grade/school have February birthdays? Customize this answer depending on your school!
295. Who wrote the oldest-known Valentine's Day message? The Duke of Orleans
296. When was the oldest-known Valentine's Day message written? 1415
297. Which make-believe character do people in Verona, Italy send valentines to each year? Juliet from Romeo and Juliet
298. Which city are letters to Juliet sent to? Verona, Italy
299. How many heart-shaped boxes of chocolates are typically sold each Valentine's Day? 35 million heart-shaped boxes of chocolates
300. Which year was February 14 first declared as Valentine's Day? 1537
301. In what country is Valentine's Day known as "Friend's Day?" Finland
302. What major invention was patented on Valentine's Day? The telephone
303. What country has a holiday on the 14th of every month? South Korea
304. The first recorded speed dating event was held in what year? 1998
305. What were mean-spirited Valentine's Day cards called in the Victorian era? Vinegar
306. What do yellow roses symbolize? Friendship
307. Which of William Shakespeare's plays mentions Valentine's Day? Hamlet
308. What insanely popular website debuted on Valentine's Day in 2005? YouTube
309. Where did the first Valentine's Day celebration occur? France
310. How many years have valentines been given out? 600 years
311. According to the National Confectioners Association, what two colors do people consider as the main colors of love? Red and pink
312. How many years has the chocolate box been around for? 140 years
313. What is the most popular flavor in chocolate boxes? Caramel
314. Which state has the largest number of chocolate makers? California
315. Who started the tradition of sending flowers? A king from Sweden
316. Which group of people receives the most valentines? Teachers
317. Which state has a city named Valentine? Texas
318. Which color can make people look attractive the most when wearing it? Red
319. Which year were the Sweethearts candy temporarily stopped? 2019
320. Who named the holiday Valentine's Day? Saint Valentine
321. Which country was Valentine's Day first celebrated? Great Britain
322. How many states in the United States of America have cities named Valentine? 4 cities
323. Which country grows the majority of roses that are sold in the United States of America on Valentine's Day? Columbia
324. When was Valentine's Day originally celebrated in Ancient Rome? February 15
325. Which decorative item used on Valentine's Day means "snare to net?" Lace
326. Which state produces the most roses? California
327. Other than Valentine's Day, which is the next biggest holiday for giving flowers? Mother's Day
328. Where are wooden love spoons carved and given as gifts on Valentine's Day? Wales
329. When was it first considered bad luck to sign a Valentine's Day card? Victorian era
330. Which state produces the most chocolates? Pennsylvania
331. Which actress born on Valentine's Day was the winner of six (6) Academy Awards? Thelma Ritter
332. As per the Farmer Almanac, if a woman sees a goldfinch on Valentine's Day, whom will she marry? Sailor
333. Where will you find the oldest love poem written in the world? On a clay tablet in Southern Iraq
334. A computer virus called "ILOVEYOU" was detected on May 1, 2000. Where was it detected? Hong Kong
335. Which fruit is also known as he "love apple?" Tomato
336. Which famous building was built and given as the ultimate gift of love? Taj Mahal
True or False:
337. The heart shape wasn't always a romantic symbol. True
338. Valentine's Day wasn't always a romantic holiday. True
Saint Patrick's Day Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
339. Which do people typically wear the most to celebrate on Saint Patrick's Day? Green
340. What nationality celebrates Saint Patrick's Day the most? Irish
341. What is Mx./Mr./Miss/Ms./Mrs. (Teacher Name)'s favorite color of the rainbow? Customize this answer according to you!
342. What mythological being is a part of Saint Patrick's Day lore and Irish culture? Leprechauns
343. What date is Saint Patrick's Day celebrated on each year? March 17
344. What is the name of the plant that has four leaves on it? Four leaf clover
345. What is said to be at the end of a rainbow? A pot of gold
346. What are the three (3) colors of the Irish flag? Orange, white, and green
347. How many Shamrock Shakes are sold every year? Over 60 million
348. What does the color green symbolize in Ireland? Hope
349. Which breakfast cereal has "Lucky the Leprechaun" as its mascot? Lucky Charms
350. How many students in our grade/class have March birthdays? Customize according to your school!
351. How many teachers in our grade/school have March birthdays? Customize according to your school!
True or False:
352. Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated on Saint Patrick's birthday. False
353. Saint Patrick's Day's holiday color has always been green. False
354. McDonalds sells Shamrock Shakes throughout the whole month of March. True
355. The first Saint Patrick's Day parade was hosted in Ireland. False
Spring Solstice Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
356. What date is the first day of spring every year? March 20
357. What bird is often associated with spring in North America? Robin
358. What often worsens spring allergies? Increase of pollen from flowers
359. Who is known as the goddess of spring in Roman mythology? Flora
360. Which part of the globe does the sun rise right over on the first day of spring in the northern hemisphere? Equator
361. What are the three (3) spring zodiac signs? Aries, Taurus, Gemini
362. Who was the Greek goddess of fertility and plants? Persephone
363. What month is Autism Acceptance Month? April
364. What is Mx./Mr./Miss/Ms./Mrs. (Teacher Name)'s favorite flower? Customize according to you!
365. What dates will Passover occur on this year? Adjust according to the calendar.
366. Which holiday arrives at the same time as spring in China? Chinese New Year
367. About how many chocolate bunnies are made each year? 90 million chocolate bunnies
368. How many students in our grade/class have spring birthdays? Customize according to your school!
369. How many teachers in our grade/class have spring birthdays? Customize according to your school!
370. What date is Mother's Day on this year? Adjust answer according to the calendar.
371. Which three (3) countries are roses the national flower for? United States, Maldives, and England
372. Which season comes before spring? Winter
373. What year did Daylight Savings Time start? 1908
374. What does spring symbolize? Rebirth
375. What are the three (3) birthstones for the months of spring? Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald
376. What date is Earth Day every year? April 22
377. Where did Rita's open its first location where the chain is currently headquartered? Bensalem, Pennsylvania
378. There are four (4) seasons in a year. In which order does spring happen? Second (2nd)
379. Which three (3) animals symbolize the spring zodiac signs? Ram, Bull, and Deer
380. While the Easter Bunny brings children eggs in the United States, which animal brings the goods in Westphalia, Germany? Fox
381. Which small white flower is used to make tea? Chamomile
382. Which Disney princess has the same name as a small, sweet, white flower? Jasmine
383. Which spring flower has the same name as an area in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania? Blue Bell
384. Which date is Easter this year? Adjust according to the calendar.
385. Which date is the Greek Orthodox Easter? April 24
386. Which season comes after spring? Summer
387. What is the birthstone for the month of March? Aquamarine
388. Which celebrity's daughter has the same name as a flower? Katy Perry
389. How many hours of daylight and hours of darkness are on the first day of spring? 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness
390. Who was the first person to think of the idea of Daylight Savings Time? Benjamin Franklin
391. Which date did Daylight Savings Time start this year? Adjust according to the calendar.
392. Which date will Daylight Savings Time end this year? Adjust according to the calendar.
393. Which year did Daylight Savings Time start? 1918
394. Which color were the first Easter eggs dyed? Red
395. Which date does the season of spring end on this year? Adjust according to the calendar.
396. How many jellybeans do Americans eat every year? 16 million jellybeans
397. Which flower is associated with Buddhism, yoga, and ancient Egyptians? Lotus
398. Which month is Mental Health Awareness Month? May
399. What is the birthstone for the month of April? Diamond
400. What is the birthstone for the month of May? Emerald
401. Which two (2) states do not follow Daylight Savings Time? Arizona and Hawaii
402. Why is there a debate about getting rid of Daylight Savings Time? Bad health effects of losing one hour of sleep
403. Which date is World Autism Day? April 2
404. What time does Daylight Savings Time start every year? 2:00AM
405. Which flower blooms the earliest in spring? Snowdrops
406. In biology, which scientific term represents the change from one stage of life to another often experienced by insects (example: caterpillar to cocoon to butterfly)? Metamorphosis
407. What was the first country to try Daylight Savings Time? Germany
408. In what order do all four (4) seasons happen? Winter, spring, summer, fall
409. Which city in Pennsylvania is known for water ice? Philadelphia
410. How many years has Rita's been doing their First Day of Spring free water ice sale tradition? 30 years
411. How many Rita's water ice locations exist? 600 locations
True or False:
412. Spring is the shortest season. False
413. The first day of spring is also known as the Vernal Equinox which means equal night in Latin. True
414. Daylight Savings Time was started to help farmers. False
Summer Solstice Questions:
Open-ended:
415. What date is the first day of summer? Adjust according to the calendar.
416. When does the summer solstice end? September 22
417. Which state celebrates the summer solstice with a midnight baseball game? Alaska
418. Which month does summer happen in in the Southern Hemisphere? December
419. What is the first holiday in the summer solstice? Father's Day
420. Who is the Roman goddess of summer? Aestas
421. How many students in our grade/class have summer birthdays? Customize according to your school!
422. How many teachers in our grade/school have summer birthdays? Customize according to your school!
423. Which season comes before summer? Spring
424. Which season comes after summer? Fall
425. What date is Independence Day on every year? July 4
426. There are 4 seasons in one year. In which order does summer happen? Third (3rd)
427. What is the birthstone for the month of July? Ruby
428. Which language is the word "solstice?" Latin
429. What does summer symbolize? Light
430. Who discovered the summer solstice? Galileo
431. Which month is the most popular for summer vacations? July
432. Which vitamin do people get from sunlight? Vitamin D
433. Which three (3) fruits outsell all other fruits during the summer in America? Watermelon, tomatoes, and peaches
434. During which month is National Ice Cream Day? July
435. What is the Guiness World Record for the longest barbeque? 80 hours
436. Which country has the biggest water park in the world? Germany
437. Which year was the first Jaws movie released? 1975
438. Where were surfboards invented? Hawaii
True or False:
439. Summer is the shortest season. False
440. An alternative calendar had an extra month named after the summer solstice. True
441. The summer solstice happens at different times around the world. True
442. Many people consider summer to be a time for healing. True
443. There are three (3) birthstones for both the months of June and August.
4th of July Themed Trivia Questions:
Open-ended:
444. What is another well-known name for the 4th of July? Independence Day
445. Where was the first celebration of Independence Day? Philadelphia
446. How much money do Americans spend on fireworks every year? $1 billion
447. Which President of the United States had a daughter born on the 4th of July? Barack Obama
448. Which President was the first to host a 4th of July party at the White House? Thomas Jefferson
449. What is the location of the nation's oldest 4th of July parade? Rhode Island
450. What is the most commonly eaten food every 4th of July? Hot dogs
451. What is the name of the National Anthem of the United States of America? Star Spangled Banner
452. What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize? Freedom
453. What do the stars on the American flag symbolize? 50 states
454. According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, how many hot dogs are eaten every 4th of July? 150 million hot dogs
455. Which classical children's book was published on the 4th of July? Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
456. What do fireworks symbolize? The birth of the nation
457. How many fireworks are used on the 4th of July? 14,000 fireworks
458. Which state uses the most fireworks? Missouri
459. How many people were living in the United States of America when the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776? 2.5 million people
460. Which food is traditional to eat on the 4th of July in New England? Salmon
461. Which kind of pie is considered most American? Apple pie
462. Who was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence? John Hancock
463. What was the first state to declare the 4th of July as an official holiday? Massachusetts?
464. Which President was born on the July 4th? Calvin Coolidge (1872)
465. Who was the youngest person to sign the Declaration of Independence? Edward Retledge (26 years old)
True or False:
466. The correct way to fold an American flag is in a square. False
467. The French people gave the Statue of Liberty to the United States of America. True
468. The first 4th of July celebration happened on July 4, 1776. False
469. People with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are often triggered by the sound of fireworks. True
470. The bald eagle is the national bird of the United States. True
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