1950’s & 1960’s
In 1960, this African nation became the first sub-Saharan colony to gain independence from Belgium, leading to a major political crisis shortly afterward
What is the Democratic Republic of Congo
Known as the “King of Rock and Roll”, he sang “Hound Dog” and “Jailhouse Rock”.
Who is Elvis Presley?
This family sitcom featured Lucy and Ricky Ricardo
What is I Love Lucy?
The United States has 50 of these
What are states?
Before cell phones, this was commonly used to make a call when you were away from home
What is a pay phone?
In 1969, this NASA mission put the first two humans on the Moon.
What is Apollo 11?
This British group arrived in America in 1964 and had hits including “Hey Jude” and “Yesterday”.
Who are The Beatles?
In The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy wanted to return to this place
What is Kansas?
This U.S. holiday is celebrated on July 4th
What is Independence Day?
You might have put one of these under the needle to listen to a favorite album
What is a record?
This famous 1950’s actress was known for movies such as “Some Like It Hot”, and “The Even Year Itch”.
Who is Marilyn Monroe?
This singer’s 1958 hit “Valore” became one of the most famous Italian-language song to reach American audiences.
Who is Domenico Modugno?
Who is Barney Fife?
This city is home to the Statue of Liberty
What is New York City?
Before streaming services, families often watched movies at home on this format with a large cassette like tape
What is VHS?
In 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in this Texas city.
What is Dallas?
This singer was known as Ol’ Blue Eyes
Who is Frank Sinatra?
This 1965 movie starred Julie Andrews as Maria, who cared for the von Trapp children
What is The Sound of Music?
He was the U.S. president during most of the Great Depression and World War II
Who is Franklin D. Roosevel?
This appliance became a popular kitchen convenience for quickly heating food in the 1970s and beyond
What is the microwave?
This 1960‘s civil rights leader delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech in Washington, D.C.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.?
This Motown group had hits including “My girl“ and “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg”
Who are the Temptations?
In this 1960s sitcom, Wilbur Post‘s talking horse often caused trouble by giving his owner unwanted advice and opinions.
What is Mr. Ed?
This document begins with the words “We the People”
What is the U.S. Constitution?
Before digital cameras, this type of film was commonly sent to a store or lab to be developed into photographs
What is a 35mm film?