Money & Music
Name That Currency
Famous Faces
Dollars Through Time
Retail Legends
100
This 1997 hip hop track famously declares that increased wealth leads to increased issues.
What is Mo Money Mo Problems?
100
This currency features Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms on some coins.
What is the yen?
100
This U.S. president, who authored the Declaration of Independence, appears on the $2 bill.
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
100
In 1950 this beverage cost about 5 cents per bottle.
What is Coca Cola?
100
This beloved American toy store closed its doors in 2015 after nearly 150 years of business.
What is Toys "R" Us?
200
Swedish super-group ABBA released this song in 1976 with this title.
What is Money, Money Money?
200
This currency, introduced in 1999, features bridges and windows to symbolize openness and unity.
What is the Euro?
200
This iconic Mexican artist has appeared on the 500-peso note along with Diego Rivera since 2010.
Who is Frida Kahlo?
200
In the mid 1960s, this big ticket item was priced around $2,650
What is a car?
200
This Philadelphia-based department store, founded in 1868, was known for its upscale merchandise before being acquired by Macy’s in 2006.
What is Strawbridge & Clothier?
300
This disco diva had a huge hit in 1985 with "She Works Hard for the Money"
Who is Donna Summer?
300
George Washington is featured on both the $1 bill and this hystorical type of US Currency.
What is the Silver Certificate?
300
This anti-apartheid leader appears on all denominations of South African banknotes.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
300
In 1984, the famous first version of this portable device retailed for about $300. Today, similar devices can be found for as little as $20.
What is a portable CD player?
300
This chain of department stores, founded in 1921, introduced the first-ever “layaway” plan, allowing customers to reserve items for later purchase with an initial deposit.
What is Kmart?
400
Country legend, Willie Nelson, released a song called 'If You've Got The Money Honey'. The song lyrics open with the title and this next line.
I've got the time
400
This currency honors Mahatma Gandhi on its banknotes.
What is the Rupee?
400
This famous British author, known for "Pride and Prejudice," is featured on the U.K.'s £10 note.
Who is Jane Austen?
400
True or False:
In 1981, the original IBM personal computer (PC) cost around $1,500.
FALSE - It was around $3,000
400
This electronics retailer with the slogan, "The smarter way to buy" was once a major competitor to Best Buy before declaring bankruptcy and closing in 2009.
What is Circuit City?
500
The song titled "Money," which begins with the sound of a rhythmic cash register was released by this artist.
Who is Pink Floyd?
500
This is the name of the Canadian one-dollar coin, introduced in 1987.
What is the Loonie?
500
This individual holds the record for appearing on banknotes from more countries than any other person in history.
Who is Queen Elizabeth II?
500
In the 1980s, the average cost of this commodity was roughly $3/lb. Today the average price has come close to $6/lb, influenced by global supply chain issues and changing consumption patterns.
What is coffee?
500
This five-and-dime store chain closed it's doors in 1997. It was seen as a major player in the U.S. retail industry with more than 2500 stores at it's peak.
What is Woolworths?