That ’70s Trivia
This Volkswagen auto became the world’s best-selling car in 1972.
What is Beetle (or Bug)? The Ford Model T held the record for more than 40 years until the Beetle surpassed it.
This hour-long, Sunday-night news magazine on CBS was in the top 10 most popular TV shows for the entire decade.
What is 60 Minutes? On the air since 1968, the show is still running today. It has had many great hosts over the years, including Andy Rooney, Mike Wallace, Steve Kroft, Lesley Stahl, and Morley Safer
This artist covered her father’s song “Unforgettable.”
Who is Natalie Cole? Natalie’s father is Nat King Cole. She released the tune in 1992.
Seinfeld is set in this city
What is New York City? Much of the action takes place in Jerry’s apartment on the Upper West Side.
She was the People’s Princess.
Who is Princess Diana? She was the first accessible member of the British royal family. That’s how she received the moniker “the People’s Princess.” She touched the world and used her position to further the goals of her favorite causes.
In 1979, this leader of the Missionaries of Charity received the Nobel Prize for her work in Calcutta, India
Who is Mother Teresa? Pope Francis made her a saint in 2016
In 1982, this popular Japanese automaker began making cars in its Ohio factory
What is Honda? The company still produces the Accord in Ohio.
“Mama Told Me Not to Come”
What is Three Dog Night? Other hits include “Try a Little Tenderness,” “Joy to the World,” and “Easy to Be Hard.”
The name people use to refer to Jerry’s neighbor
Who is Kramer? Kramer is the character’s last name. He is played by actor Michael Richards.
He was a most visible pope and rode around in his Popemobile.
Who is Pope John Paul II? Prior to Pope John Paul, popes were rarely visible in public. The pope was supportive of solidarity in ending Communism in Poland, his homeland.
This band performs the 1978 hit “Y.M.C.A.”
What is the Village People? Other hits include “Macho Man” and “In the Navy.”
This “V” fabric gave velvet a run for its money
What is velour? Do you remember how velour pants sagged at the knees?
“How Deep Is Your Love?”
Who are the Bee Gees? At the same time “How Deep Is Your Love?” reached No. 4 on 1970’s Billboard chart, brother Andy Gibb reached No. 5 with “I Just Want to Be Your Everything.” Andy was never a member of the Bee Gees like his three brothers, but he joined them for a performance once in 1979.
Jerry’s neurotic friend who sometimes lives with his parents, Elaine and Frank.
Who is George (Costanza)? George’s storyline revolves around family issues, looking for a job, failed romances, and unfortunate (but humorous) situations.
From his first No. 1 hit, “Heartbreak Hotel,” he changed the course of musical history by introducing rock ’n’ roll.
Who is Elvis Presley? He continued making hit after hit and acting until his untimely death in 1977.
This supersonic aircraft was designed and built during a collaboration between the United Kingdom and France.
What is Concorde? It flew at Mach 2 (1,500 miles per hour), and its cruise altitude was 60,000 feet. Its record-breaking trip from New York to London was two hours, 52 minutes, and 59 seconds.
As more mothers went to work, kids came home to an empty house, and they were known as these kinds of kids.
Who are latch-key kids? Older siblings were responsible for caring for the younger ones until mothers returned home.
“Lady”
Who is Kenny Rogers? The tune reached No. 10 in the 20 Top Hits of the 1980s.
Jerry’s short romance with this character turned into a good-friends relationship for the duration of the show’s run
Who is Elaine? There was never any reason given about the breakup of this short lived romance
As the first American woman astronaut, she opened the door to space for women.
Who is Sally Ride? She became an astronaut after answering an ad in her school newspaper
This 1970s black-and-white, round, Mattel toy answers a question when you turn it over.
What is Magic 8 Ball? It gives answers such as “Reply hazy. Try again.”
This is the moniker for President Ronald Reagan’s economic policy.
What is Reaganomics? The plan was to reduce taxes and government spending, lessen regulations, and slow the growth of the money supply.
“Sweet Home Alabama”
Who is Lynyrd Skynyrd? Several members of the band perished in a plane crash in 1977.
This is Kramer’s first name
What is Cosmo? No one knew Kramer’s first name for many seasons.
After working for the Office of Strategic Services, she took up cooking and was one of the first celebrity chefs on TV.
Who is Julia Child? She opened the door for chefs all over the world to host their own shows.