Summer is here, and that means sunshine, adventure, and loads of fun! Whether you’re cooling off at the pool, traveling, or chilling with friends, test your summer smarts with these cool trivia questions. How many can you get right?
Beach & Ocean Trivia
1. What’s the largest ocean on Earth?
Answer: The Pacific Ocean—it covers more area than all the land on Earth combined!
2. True or False: Sharks have bones.
Answer: False. Sharks have skeletons made of cartilage, the same stuff that’s in your nose and ears.
3. What causes ocean waves?
Answer: Wind blowing across the water’s surface creates most waves.
4. How much of the ocean have humans explored?
Answer: Less than 5%—that means there’s so much left to discover!
5. What’s the most common type of fish in the ocean?
Answer: The bristlemouth fish. There are trillions of them, but you’ve probably never seen one because they live deep underwater.
Summer Sports & Activities
6. In which sport would you do a “cannonball”?
Answer: Swimming! It’s the classic jump into the pool.
7. What summer sport uses a shuttlecock?
Answer: Badminton.
8. How many players are on a beach volleyball team?
Answer: Two players per team.
9. What’s the diameter of a basketball hoop in inches?
Answer: 18 inches.
10. True or False: Surfing was invented in Hawaii.
Answer: True. Ancient Hawaiians have been surfing for over 1,000 years.
Summer Animals & Nature
11. How do butterflies taste their food?
Answer: With their feet! They have taste sensors on their legs.
12. What’s the hottest temperature ever recorded on Earth?
Answer: 134°F (56.7°C) in Death Valley, California, on July 10, 1913.
13. How many eyes does a honeybee have?
Answer: Five. Two big compound eyes and three smaller simple eyes on top of their head.
14. Why do fireflies light up?
Answer: To attract mates and communicate with each other.
15. What’s the fastest land animal?
Answer: The cheetah, which can run up to 70 mph.
Food & Treats
16. What’s the most popular ice cream flavor in America?
Answer: Vanilla, followed by chocolate and strawberry.
17. How were ice pops (Popsicles) invented?
Answer: By accident! An 11-year-old boy left a cup of soda with a stirring stick outside overnight in 1905, and it froze.
18. What fruit is known as “nature’s candy”?
Answer: Watermelon—it’s 92% water and super sweet!
19. True or False: Peanuts grow underground.
Answer: True. They’re actually legumes, like beans, not nuts.
20. What’s the official drink of summer?
Answer: Trick question! There isn’t one, but lemonade is commonly the most popular summer drink.
Summer Fun Facts
21. What’s the first day of summer called?
Answer: The summer solstice—it’s the longest day of the year with the most sunlight!
22. How long does it take sunlight to reach Earth?
Answer: About 8 minutes and 20 seconds.
23. What does SPF stand for on sunscreen bottles?
Answer: Sun Protection Factor.
24. Which U.S. state has the most water parks?
Answer: Florida, also known as the “Water Park Capital of the World.”
25. True or False: You can get a sunburn on a cloudy day.
Answer: True. Up to 80% of UV rays can penetrate clouds, so wear sunscreen every day.
Bonus Question: Great Wolf Lodge Edition!
What’s the name of Great Wolf Lodge’s awesome summer seasonal event?
Answer: Summer Camp-In! It’s packed with special activities, themed fun, and exclusive summer adventures. It’s the perfect resort vacation without ever leaving the water park—perfect for making summer memories that last all year long.
How Did You Do?
- 20-25 correct: Summer Genius! You’re a total summer expert!
- 15-19 correct: Sunshine Scholar! You know your summer stuff!
- 10-14 correct: Beach Buddy! Not bad at all!
- 5-9 correct: Summer Student! Keep learning!
- 0-4 correct: No worries! Now you know even more cool facts for next time!
Share these trivia questions with your friends and family to see who’s the ultimate summer champion. And remember, the best part of summer isn’t knowing all the answers—it’s making incredible memories, trying new adventures, and having the best time ever!
Want to make your summer even more epic? Check out Great Wolf Lodge’s Summer Camp-In event and dive into the ultimate summer adventure! Find a lodge location near you.
