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In many Latin American countries, this colorful toy, often filled with candy and toys, is a staple at children's birthday parties

pinata

100

This landmark Supreme Court case outlawed segregation in public schools

  • What is Brown v. Board of Education?
100

This iconic Elvis Presley song topped the charts in 1955.

  • What is "Heartbreak Hotel"?
100

This classic Western film starring James Stewart premiered in 1955

  • What is "The Man from Laramie"?
100

 In 1958, this American boxer won the heavyweight championship of the world

  • Who is Floyd Patterson?
200

This German tradition involves a wreath of candles, with one taller candle representing the birthday child's age, which is lit and then blown out

  • What is a Kranz?
200

This Southeast Asian country gained independence from France in 1955

  • What is Vietnam?
200

This doo-wop group, known for their hit "Sh-Boom," enjoyed immense popularity in 1955.

  • Who is The Crew Cuts?
200

This Alfred Hitchcock thriller, starring Grace Kelly, was released in 1955

  • What is "Rear Window"?
200

 This legendary baseball player hit his 715th and final home run in 1971

  • Who is Babe Ruth?
300

$300: In many parts of Asia, this symbolic food, often long and noodle-like, is served to wish for a long and prosperous life for the birthday person

  • What is longevity noodles?
300

This political party was formed in 1955, merging the Republican and Progressive Conservative parties in Canada

  • What is the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada?
300

This female singer's 1955 hit "Fever" became a timeless classic

  • Who is Peggy Lee?
300

300: This Marlon Brando film, based on the Tennessee Williams play, was a critical and commercial success in 1955

  • What is "A Streetcar Named Desire"?
300

 In 1960, this American track and field athlete broke the world record in the 100-meter dash

  • Who is Wilma Rudolph?
400

0: In some cultures, this act, often involving coins or small gifts, is performed by guests as a blessing for the birthday child

  • What is giving money?
400

The Geneva Conference, held in 1955, aimed to resolve the conflict in this region, but ultimately failed to prevent future hostilities

What is Indochina (or Southeast Asia)

400

This jazz legend released the album "The [name]  Sextet" in 1955

Benny Goodman

400

This romantic comedy starring Marilyn Monroe and Tony Curtis was a box office hit in 1955.

  • What is "The Seven Year Itch"?
400

This soccer club won the first-ever FIFA World Cup in 1930

  • What is Uruguay?
500

This Japanese celebration for boys' third birthdays involves a colorful carp-shaped windsock, symbolizing strength and courage

  • What is a Koinobori?
500

This US President signed the Federal Highway Act of 1955, which significantly expanded the nation's interstate highway system

  • Who is Dwight D. Eisenhower?
500

This rock and roll pioneer's 1955 hit "Maybellene" is considered one of the first true rock and roll records

  • Who is Chuck Berry?
500

his Disney animated classic, featuring Lady and the Tramp, debuted in 1955.

  • What is "Lady and the Tramp"?
500

$500: This American golfer won the Masters Tournament a record six times.

  • Who is Jack Nicklaus?
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