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