Casual chic look that included T-shirts, hoodies, and sneakers. Flannel shirts, ripped jeans or acid wash jeans, hip hugger bell bottoms. Birkenstocks, hoop earrings, Chuck Taylors or Jordans. Oversized suits and sneakers
1990's
Chuck another shrimp on the barbie, play the didgeridoo, and let's ride the ute to the pub for a cold one, surrounded by deadly creatures that just make life more thrilling, you beaut!
Australians
What was the name of the 2009-2010 pandemic?
Swine flu
"Vodka martini, shaken, not stirred"
James Bond
"Somebody once told me..."
All Star
Skinny jeans, black eyeliner, tight t-shirts with band names, studded belts, and flat, straight, jet-black hair with long bangs, being emo and listening to My Chemical Romance
2000's
"Had to replace a couple of outlets, fixed a faulty switch. The homeowner was complaining about flickering lights, turns out it was just a loose wire in the junction box."
Electricians
What is Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia?
The fear of long words
"I'm going to make him an offer he cannot refuse"
The Godfather
"Hello darkness, my old friend. I've come to talk with you again..."
Sound of silence
Hipster fashion, grandpa shirts, suspenders, beards. Tunics, 1980's style baseball jackets, oversized cardigans, western shirts, 2fer and layered shirts and tees, dresses, romper suits and shirts worn with belts. Grown up, "norm core" styles and Americana revival.
2010's
Ah, sure and begorrah! Let's gather 'round the pub, have a grand old time with a jig, and a pint of the black stuff!
The Irish
What do people claim happened in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947?
"E.T. phone home"
E.T.
"When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me..."
Let it be
Hippies, hand painted VolksWagen combi, hand-made loose fitting dirty clothes, long hair, tie dye, psychedelic drugs and music. Mini skirt, culottes, go-go boots. Casual Ivy League look, and well fitted suits.
1960's
Howzit, bru! Let's fire up the braai, grab some lekker biltong, and then hit the town. I don't give rocks about where we go from there, as long as the music is kiff!
South Africans
Who won the Australian Emu war of 1932?
The emus
"Say hello to my little friend"
Scarface
"Coming out of my cage / And I've been doing just fine..."
Mr. Brightside
Punk revival, utilitarian anti-fashion that's nonetheless raw, angry, and intimidating. Crew cut or Mohawk hairstyle, DIY ornamentation of clothes with studs, painted band names, political statements, and patches. Dr Martens, bandanas and combat boots.
1980's
Today's caseload was rather mundane, dealing with routine contracts and reviewing standard documents. Had a client who needed assistance with a straightforward real estate transaction – nothing too complex. Spent most of my day wading through paperwork and ensuring all the i's were dotted and t's were crossed.
Lawyers
What snacks company had the worlds 6th largest navy in 1989?
Pepsi
"Hasta la vista, baby"
The Terminator
"Nants ingonyama bagithi Baba / Sithi uhm ingonyama..."
Circle of life