History
What recognizable symbol was popularized in the 1960s and could be found on all sorts of merchandise?
Smiley Face
This astronaut became the first American to orbit the earth in 1962.
John Glenn
What recording company founded by Berry Gordy Jr. published hits from artists such as the Supremes, The Jackson 5, and The Temptations?
Motown Records
In 1962, this invention changed how we record. What is it?
Cassette
At the 1968 Olympics, this long-jumper broke the world long-jump record by an astounding 21 inches.
Bob Beamon
Which event shook the world in July of 1969?
The moon landing
Jim Morrison was the lead singer of which controversial band?
The Doors
What musical artist also known as "The King" was drafted by the military and returned to his successful musical career in 1960?
Elvis Presley
In 1965, Dr. Christian Bernard performed the first transplant of what organ in South Africa?
Heart Transplant
The most points an NFL player has scored in a game in the last 50 years is 36 by this Bears halfback on Dec. 12, 1965.
Gale Sayers
In which year were the Black Panthers political organization formed?
1966
This author wrote the all-time great book To Kill A Mockingbird, published in 1960.
Harper Lee
Who became the first black actor to win the Academy Award (Oscar) for best actor?
Sidney Poitier
What safety device did Allen Breed invent in 1968?
Automatic Airbag
In 1967, which horse won two legs of horse racing's Triple Crown?
Damascus
Burundi gained its independence from what country in 1962?
Belgium
In "One Million Years B.C." actress Raquel Welch gained fame for wearing what item?
Animal hide bikini
This actress won an Academy Award for Best Actress in 1964 for her portrayal of Mary Poppins.
Julie Andrews
The first VCR home video recorder was introduced by what company in 1964?
Sony
In 1968, which Major League Baseball pitcher was the first to win 30 games in a season since Cardinal Dizzy Dean in 1934, and won his first of two consecutive Cy Young awards?
Denny McLain
Which famous American penitentiary closed in 1963?
Alcatraz, The Rock
Who did John F. Kennedy defeat in the US Presidential election in 1960?
Richard Nixson
Which music festival became a defining moment of '60s pop culture?
Woodstock
What masculine doll was marketed to boys and was inspired by the military?
G.I. Joe
In 1961 golf fans saw the first international golfer ever to win the U.S. Masters Golf Tournament. Who was this South African?
Gary Player