50 Years Ago
In 1975 he founded Microsoft, which would soon become a leader in the home computer market.
Who is Bill Gates?
"You're gonna need a bigger boat!"
What is "Jaws"?
This hyphenated word describes a product that is overpriced, especially one that is of inferior quality.
What is a Rip-off?
Characterized by strong, repetitive rhythms and a syncopated bass line, this music inspired dance moves such as the "Bump" and the "Hustle".
What is Disco?
This prompted a lot of people to stay out of the water in 1975.
What is Jaws? or What is Theme from Jaws?
In 1975, this came to an end when the city of Saigon surrendered and the remaining Americans were evacuated.
What is the Vietnam War?
"We dine well here in Camelot, we eat ham and jam and Spam a lot!"
What is "Monty Python and The Holy Grail"?
A person who regularly smokes marijuana.
What is a Pothead?
Clinically known as Non-Expanding Recreational Foam, it was introduced in the 70s as "the world's first official indoor ball."
What is Nerf? or What is a Nerf Ball?
This premiered in 1975, but it wouldn't become popular until the early 80s.
What is Wheel of Fortune?
In 1975, this began nearly two months early in the U.S. in response to the energy crisis.
What is Daylight Saving Time?
"Three geese in a flock; one flew east, one flew west..."
What is "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"?
A three letter acronym that stands for an electronic banking device.
What is an ATM?
Since it never needed to be fed, walked, bathed, or cleaned up after, it was advertised to be the perfect companion.
What is a Pet Rock?
The first home version of this was released in 1975.
What is Pong? or What is TV Ping Pong?
Weighing in at 8 pounds, this revolutionary device was first released by Kodak in 1975.
What is a Digital Camera?
"See me, Feel me, Touch me, Heal me."
What is Tommy?
A style of African-American dance music, with a strong rhythm and a repeating tune. A form of the word can also mean "distinctive in an unconventional way".
What is Funk? or What is Funky?
Originally promoted as "magical", this device contained a thermochromic element, which would change its appearance based on the body temperature of its wearer.
What is a Mood Ring?
This song was a tribute to those who lost their lives in a tragic 1975 accident.
What is The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald?
In 1975, medical investigators discovered these amino acids produced by the brain, that block the perception of pain and increase feelings of happiness.
What are Endorphins?
"Very few mongooses - however old and wise - care to follow a cobra into its hole."
What is "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi"?
This is a a skirt, dress, or coat reaching all the way down to the ankle.
What is a Maxi?
These outfits gained popularity because they were "fashionable", yet inexpensive. Designed to be versatile, they could be worn to the office, or to the neighbor's barbecue party.
What is a Leisure Suit?
The first one of these was delivered to the U.S. Air Force in 1975.
What is the A-10? or What is the Warthog?