Music
Known as the "Rocket Man," this British singer had a string of hits including "Tiny Dancer" and "Crocodile Rock."
Who is Elton John
This 1977 film, directed by George Lucas, introduced audiences to a galaxy far, far away.
What is Star Wars
This 1970s slang term, often used to express approval or agreement, can also refer to something stylish or trendy.
What is "groovy"
This prolonged conflict saw the fall of Saigon and the unification of a Southeast Asian country under communist control in 1975.
What is the Vietnam War
This 1973 event led to fuel shortages and made Americans change their opinions on large, fuel-inefficent cars
What is the The Oil Embargo or "Oil Crisis"
On their 1976 album "Hotel California," this band released hits including the album's title track, "New Kid in Town," and "Life in the Fast Lane".
Who are The Eagles
This 1975 Steven Spielberg film about a great white shark terrorizing a small New England town is considered the first summer blockbuster.
What is Jaws
This term from the 70s counterculture refers to someone who rejects mainstream culture and embraces unconventional lifestyles and beliefs
What is a "hippie"
This Supreme Court ruling in 1973 established a woman's legal right to terminate a pregnancy in the United States.
What is Roe v. Wade
This iconic German car, reintroduced in the 1970s, became popular for its distinctive design and affordability.
What is the Volkswagen Beetle
This Bee Gees hit from the "Saturday Night Fever" soundtrack became synonymous with the disco era.
What is Stayin' Alive
Directed by William Friedkin, this 1973 horror classic about a possessed girl and the priests who try to save her is often cited as one of the scariest movies ever made.
What is The Exorcist
This slang term from the 1970s, often used to describe a party or gathering where people dance to funk music. Also means to have a great time.
What is a "funk"
In 1979, this partial meltdown at a Pennsylvania nuclear facility raised concerns about the safety of nuclear power.
What is the Three Mile Island Incident
This national rail service was created in 1971 to revive passenger train travel in the United States.
What is Amtrak
In 1974, this globally iconic British band made its breakup official
Who are The Beatles
This 1979 Francis Ford Coppola film about the Vietnam War is based on Joseph Conrad's novella "Heart of Darkness."
What is Apocalypse Now
This slang term from the 1970s, often used to describe a place or situation that is exciting, enjoyable, or happening, originated from a term for a wild party.
What is a "bash"
This video game console came out in 1977 and became a huge hit, bringing arcade games into people's homes.
What is the Atari
This was the first airline to showcase the first Boeing 747 in 1970
What is Pan American World Airways
Before his solo success, and after the breakup of his iconic duo, this artist wrote "American Tune" and "Still Crazy After All These Years" in the 1970s.
Who is Paul Simon
This 1972 film, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time and won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
What is The Godfather
This expression indicated that something was astonishing or extraordinary.
What is "Far Out"
In 1973, this Vice President stepped down due to charges of tax evasion and bribery, making him the second VP to resign in U.S. history.
Who is Spiro Agnew
This compact american car, introduced in 1970, became infamous for safety issues related to its fuel tank design.
What is the Ford Pinto