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Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz starred as Lucy and Ricky Ricardo on this beloved sitcom.
What is “I Love Lucy.”
This singer became the “King of Rock and Roll” with hits like “Hound Dog” and “Jailhouse Rock.”
Who is “Elvis Presley.”
Before smartphones and texting, many families used this round-dial device to make calls from home.
What is a “Rotary Phone.”
Judy Garland returned to the big screen opposite James Mason in the 1954 musical drama with this title.
What is “A Star is Born.”
In 1969, this Apollo mission successfully landed the first humans on the Moon.
What is “Apollo 11.”
This western series starring James Arness as Marshal Matt Dillon premiered on television in 1955.
What is “Gunsmoke.”
This group caused Beatlemania to sweep America after appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964.
Who are “The Beatles.”
Teenagers often gathered around these machines to play records after inserting a coin and choosing a song.
What is a “Jukebox.”
Marilyn Monroe’s white dress famously blows upward over a subway grate in this 1955 movie.
What is “The Seven Year Itch.”
This U.S. president famously said, “Ask not what your country can do for you…” during his 1961 inaugural address.
Who is “John F. Kennedy.”
This wholesome sitcom followed the Cleaver family, including brothers Wally and Theodore.
What is “Leave it to Beaver.”
Chubby Checker helped popularize this dance craze with his 1960 hit song of the same name.
What is “The Twist.”
Popular at restaurants and drive-ins, this creamy drink was traditionally made with ice cream, milk, and flavored syrup.
What is a “Milkshake.”
Julie Andrews played the magical nanny who was “practically perfect in every way” in this 1964 Disney film.
What is “Mary Poppins.”
In 1955, this woman refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama bus.
Who is “Rosa Parks.”
Premiering in 1962, this animated sitcom introduced viewers to George, Jane, Judy, and Elroy.
What is “The Jetsons.”
Diana Ross was the lead singer of this Motown group known for hits including “Stop! In the Name of Love.”
Who are “The Supremes.”
Introduced by Mattel in 1959, this famous doll’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts.
Who is “Barbie.”
Audrey Hepburn played Holly Golightly in this 1961 film.
What is “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.”
This civil rights leader delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech in Washington, D.C., in 1963.
Who is “Martin Luther King Jr.”
Barbara Eden played a magical woman discovered inside a bottle in this 1960s sitcom.
What is “I Dream of Jeannie.”
This legendary singer recorded “Ring of Fire” in 1963 and became known as the “Man in Black.”
Who is “Johnny Cash.”
On July 20, 1969, millions watched as this astronaut became the first person to walk on the Moon.
Who is “Neil Armstrong.”
This 1967 film starred Dustin Hoffman as Benjamin Braddock and featured music by Simon & Garfunkel.
What is “The Graduate.”
This international crisis brought the United States and Soviet Union dangerously close to nuclear war in October 1962.
What is the “Cuban Missile Crisis.”