Fashion
True or False: In the 1950s, clothes were very gender divided.
True
Who was the most famous singer in the 1950s?
Elvis Presley
Most popular sport in america?
Baseball
#1 top-grossing movie in 1950s?
Cinderella
Who was the president in the beginning of this decade?
Harry S. Truman
What was the “style” in the 1950’s?
Men: Casual
Women: Elegant
Top 3 most popular genres?
Rock & Roll, Country, and Rhythm and Blues.
Most popular Baseball team in the 1950s?
The Yankees
True or False: In the 1950s, it was common for there to be multiple TVs in a household.
False
What major event happened in the mid-1950s?
The Civil Rights movement
Who most heavily influenced women’s fashion during this time?
Most popular country singer?
Johnny Cash
Who was the most popular Boxer in the 1950s?
Rocky Marciano
Why was there so much consumerism and propaganda in media?
The rivalry between the US and the Soviet Union.
How much did the economy grow?
It grew by 37%.
What breed of dog was commonly found on women’s clothing during this time?
Poodles
What year did Elvis start his singing career?
1954
What sport tripled in spectators in the 1950’s?
Horse Racing
Most famous female actress?
Audrey Hepburn
How much of the Worlds consumption did the US make up?
30%
Most popular designer brand?
Christian Dior
What was the #1 song on the charts in the 1950s?
Don’t be cruel/Hound dog by Elvis Presley
Who won the MVP award in the 1950s?
Jim Konstanty
Most popular way to watch movies?
Drive-in theaters
What percentage was employment at?
4.5%