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Hollywood
Life in the 1950s
Fashion Flashback
1950s Sports and Legends
100

This red-haired television star was married to Ricky Ricardo. 

Who is Lucille Ball?

100

This actor, nickname "The Duke," was one of Hollywood's biggest Western Stars.

Who is John Wayne?

100

Families often gathered around this new household appliance each evening to watch their favorite programs 

What is a television?

100

This full, flared skirt style was a favorite for teenage girls dancing to rock and roll music.

What is a poodle Skirt

100

This baseball legend was known as "The Sultan of Swat" and remained one of the most famous players in history. 

Who is Babe Ruth? He passed away in 1948, but his legacy remained strong throughout the 1950s.

200

This family sitcom featured Jim and Margaret Anderson raising their children. 

What is Father knows Best?

200

She was the glamorous blonde star of Gentleman Prefer blondes and some Like it Hot.

Who is Marilyn Monroe?

200

Teenagers loved spending Friday nights at these restaurants where servers brought food right to the car. 

What is drive in restaurant (or drive in diner)?

200

Women often wore these gloves and matching hats when dressing up for special occasions. 

What are white gloves and a hat?
200

This baseball player became famous for breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947 and continued to shine in the 1950s. 

Who is Jackie Robinson?

300

This popular anthology series was hosted by Rod Serling and first aired in 1959.

What is The Twilight Zone?

300

This actor became a Hollywood legend after starring in Rebel Without a Cause.

Who is James Dean?

300

This colorful plastic food storage product became a household favorite through home parties.

What is Tupperware?

300

This hairstyle, made famous by stars like Marilyn Monroe, featured soft curls and a glamorous look. 

What are pin curls?

300

This baseball great for the New York Yankees was nicknamed " The Commerce Comet."

Who is Mickey Mantle?

400
This western featured Marshal Matt Dillion keeping the peace in Doge City. 

What is Gunsmoke?

400

Grace Kelly left Hollywood after marrying Prince Rainier III of this European country. 

What is Manaco?

400

Before smartphones and texting, families used this device attached to the wall or sitting on a table to make calls.

What is a rotary telephone?

400

This popular men's hairstyle, worn by Elvis Presley and other stars, was known for its height and swept back look.

What is a pompadour?

400

The boxing champion was known as "The Brown Bomber" and held the heavyweight title before the 1050s.

Who is Joe Louis?

500
This puppet cowboy welcomed children with the phrase, "it's Howdy Doody Time!"

Who is Howdy Doody?

500

This actor portrayed Moses in the 1956 epic film The Ten Commandments. 

Who is Charles Heston?

500

Children often played outside until dark, riding this two- wheeled item through their neighborhoods. 

What is a bicycle?

500

Teenagers often wore these leather jackets, blue jeans, and rolled up cuffs to show their cool style.

What is the greaser Look?

500

This legendary football player led the Cleveland Browns and was known for his powerful running style. 

Who is Jim Brown?

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