Good Reads
This is the best-selling book of all time.
What is the Bible?
As of 2021, it tops the Guinness list with five billion sold.
This freeze-dried sweet treat was invented in the late 1970s, but despite its name, it has probably never been eaten in space
What is astronaut ice cream?
Although it was claimed that astronauts aboard Apollo 7 snacked on the dessert, experts and astronauts both say it was never taken to space due to its crumbly nature.
Before he was the 34th president, he received a Purple Heart for heroic actions during World War II
Who is JFK?
Kennedy was the commanding officer of a torpedo boat that was destroyed; he saved the lives of many of his crew after the attack.
Monty Hall was the first host of this zany game show where costume-clad contestants are offered the choice of curtains one, two, or three
What is Let’s Make a Deal?
Wayne Brady currently hosts the long-running game show, but it still features the wacky costumes and gag prizes that made it such a hit
This hit by Chubby Checker begins with the lyrics “Come on, baby/Let’s do ____ ____.”
What is the twist?
The song sparked a dance craze and even spinoff songs like “Let’s Twist Again.”
He created the character Tiny Tim.
Who is Charles Dickens?
Dickens introduced Tiny Tim to the world in his classic novel A Christmas Carol, the best-selling Christmas book ever
This Vermont-based ice creamery opened its doors in 1978 and has featured flavors like mint Oreo and Heath Bar crunch
What is Ben & Jerry’s?
They opened the business in a converted gas station in Burlington, Vermont, and quickly gained a following due to their unusual flavors.
This author of Slaughterhouse-Five served in the army during the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded a Purple Heart and a Prisoner of War Medal.
Who is Kurt Vonnegut?
He later served as the honorary president of the American Humanist Association
On this show, a giant tic-tac-toe board features nine celebrities answering the host’s questions.
What is Hollywood Squares?
Celebrity contestants included Paul Lynde, Joan Rivers, and Vincent Price.
In 1965, the Four Tops declared, “Sugar pie, honey bunch/You know that I love you/I can’t ____ ____.”
What is help myself?
The song topped the Billboard charts twice in 1965, becoming one of the biggest hits of that summer
Noah Webster published this genre of book.
What is dictionary or reference?
He wrote the first American dictionary. The finished product took 28 years to write and publish.
In the early 1970s, McDonald’s debuted this breakfast sandwich, a first in the fast-food breakfast industry
What is the Egg McMuffin?
According to Time magazine, the classic sandwich was invented by a McDonald’s franchise owner, Herb Peterson
Before hosting this show in the early 1960s, Rod Serling was awarded a Purple Heart for his service as a World War II paratrooper
What is The Twilight Zone?
During his time in the army, he met Jack Benny and first got into acting
In this fast-paced game show of the 1960s, shoppers fill their carts with the most expensive items possible to win
What is Supermarket Sweep?
The game show was revived in 1990 for another run
In 1960, the Drifters crooned, “Don’t forget who’s taking you home/And in whose arms you’re gonna be/So darlin’, save the last ____ ____ ____.”
What is dance for me?
Known for a string of hits throughout the ’50s and ’60s, the Drifters were inducted into the Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Fame in 1988
This “Queen of Mystery” holds the top spot as the world’s best-selling fiction author
Who is Agatha Christie?
Many of her mystery novels have been adapted for the stage and screen. The Mousetrap premiered on the London stage in 1952, and it has had the longest run of all time. It’s currently in its 70th year
In 1970, this packaged food was invented and promised to help busy cooks turn a pound of ground beef into a hearty meal
What is Hamburger Helper?
In 2013, the brand renamed itself Helper. It also offers chicken and tuna options.
This actor, known for The Rockford Files and The Great Escape, was awarded two Purple Hearts for his service in the Korean War
Who is James Garner?
A mix-up resulted in Garner not receiving his second Purple Heart until 1983
This fill-in-the-blank game show features ordinary people competing to match their answers to those of celebrities.
What is Match Game?
Celebrities who have appeared on the panel include Richard Dawson, Betty White, and Gary Burghoff.
Singing for the Four Seasons, Frankie Valli asks, “Sherry, can you ____ ____ ____?”
What is come out tonight?
According to an interview with NPR, the song was written in just 15 minutes, and the name Sherry was chosen to fit the melody and not to honor a specific person.
He authored this go-to book for new mothers in the 1960s.
Who is Dr. Benjamin Spock?
Baby and Child Care was first published in 1946 and has been translated into 39 languages, with sales of more than 50 million copies
This slow cooker was invented in 1971 and marketed as a time-saving cooking device for busy working women.
What is the Crock-Pot?
The Crock-Pot’s design was based on Irving Naxon’s Beanery, a device he invented to slowly cook a bean stew.
Best-known as Matt Dillon on this long-running television show, James Arness was drafted in 1943 and was awarded a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star
What is Gunsmoke?
Arness started his career as a radio announcer after being wounded during the Battle of Anzio before moving on to acting
Originally hosted by Bob Barker, this ever-popular game show pits contestants against one another to guess the price of everyday goods.
What is The Price Is Right?
The show has been running for 50 years and is currently hosted by Drew Carey.
Singing of his home state, Ray Charles sang, “Just an old sweet song, keeps Georgia ____ ____ ____.”
What is on my mind?
This song earned Ray Charles the first of his impressive 17 Grammy Awards.