Classroom in 1998
What overhead projector accessory was essential for note-taking and visuals in class?
Transparency Sheet
This boy band had hits like “I Want You Back” and debuted in the U.S. in 1998.
NSYNC
In 1998, most teachers used this to write lesson plans
Pen and paper
This search engine, now dominant, was founded in 1998.
This U.S. President was in office in 1998.
Bill Clinton
These were commonly wheeled into classrooms for movie days.
TV cart
The top-grossing film of 1998 featured an asteroid and Bruce Willis.
Armageddon
Homework was often printed using this type of printer.
Dot matrix or inkjet printer
Teachers may have stored lesson files on these.
What are floppy disks
This major European currency was introduced in 1998.
Euro
This standardized test was a major benchmark for many schools in the late '90s
Iowa Test of Basic Skills
This sitcom about six friends was in its 4th season.
Friends
Unlike today's tablets, students in 1998 might have used this for interactive learning.
Desktop computer or CD-ROM
Before smartphones, teachers used this to check the time and stay on schedule.
Wall Clock
Apple launched this colorful personal computer in 1998.
iMac
Before digital gradebooks, teachers used this to record student progress.
Gradebook Ledger
This game-changing toy pet was banned in many classrooms.
Class communication happened via this old-school tool.
Phone Tree
Email was just taking off. This was a common free email provider.
AOL or HotMail
This major international sports event took place in France.
FIFA World Cup
In 1998, many classrooms still used this type of board instead of whiteboards.
Chalkboard
This hit song by Celine Dion became iconic in 1998.
My Heart Will Go On
This major classroom tool didn’t exist in its modern form in 1998, but now it's common.
This operating system was launched by Microsoft in 1998.
Windows 98
This children’s book wizard debuted in the U.S. in 1998.
Harry Potter