What kind of storm is more common in summer than winter?
Thunderstorm
Hailstorm
Sandstorm
Snowstorm
What makes a lemonade stand a good summer business for kids?
Lemons only grow in summer
People buy more things when it rains
Lemonade is free to make
Cold drinks sell better in hot weather
Which fruit is most commonly associated with summer picnics in the U.S.?
Watermelon
Apple
Banana
Pineapple
Which instrument is used to measure the temperature outside?
Altimeter
Barometer
Thermometer
Seismograph
Why do ice cream trucks play music as they drive through neighborhoods?
To make sure people stop
To advertise their location
To melt ice cream faster
To warn cars to move
Which insect is most famous for making a buzzing sound in summer?
Grasshopper
Cicada
Ladybug
Mosquito
What natural skin pigment increases when you spend time in the summer sun?
Keratin
Protein
Melanin
Chlorophyll
Which U.S. national park is known for being one of the hottest places on Earth, especially in summer?
Yosemite National Park
Death Valley National Park
Yellowstone National Park
Grand Canyon National Park
Why do light-colored clothes help keep you cool in summer?
They reflect more sunlight than dark colors
They let more wind pass through
They hold more sweat
They heat up faster than dark colors
Which of the following is the most likely reason people visit coastal beaches in summer?
To escape pollen allergies
To enjoy cooler temperatures and ocean activities
To collect sand
To see migrating whales
Which star is often called the “Dog Star” and shines brightly in summer?
Vega
Betelgeuse
Polaris
Sirius
Why are sunglasses especially helpful on sunny summer days?
They reflect your surroundings to stay alert
They block out heat from your forehead
They prevent sand from hitting your eyes
They reduce UV light that can damage your eyes
During summer, which butterfly is known for its long-distance migration across North America?
Painted Lady
Swallowtail
Monarch
Viceroy
Which summer holiday in the U.S. celebrates independence with fireworks and parades?
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Presidents' Day
Labor Day
What is the longest day of the year called?
Summer Solstice
Summer Start
Sunlight Day
Winter Reversal
What causes summer to happen on Earth?
The Sun gets hotter in summer
The tilt of the Earth’s axis
The Earth moves closer to the Sun
The Moon blocks cold air