Stately History
The Exxon Valdez oil spill in 1989 was a major environmental disaster for this state.
What is Alaska? The area of Prince William Sound affected by the spill is still being restored and researched today.
Shoes during this decade trended toward clogs and chunky platforms, with earth tones and suede often appearing
What are the 1970s? Platform shoes, wedges, and other ’70s-inspired footwear have taken off in recent years.
In 1991, Virgin Atlantic made history by becoming the first airline to put this entertainment device on the back of seats.
What is a TV? Many modern aircraft have touch screens on each seat back for entertainment like movies, TV, and even games.
This is the decade most closely associated with disco and Bohemian makeup trends.
What are the 1970s? The decade saw two very different looks—one natural, the other glitzy
How many players take part in a traditional game of cribbage
Two. Less traditional versions of the game are played with three or more players
This Italian Renaissance sculptor and painter, creator of the Sistine Chapel ceiling, was born March 6, 1475.
Who is Michelangelo?
In 1975, this major “Big Apple” city in an eastern U.S. state was saved from bankruptcy by President Ford.
What is New York City? After urging from Governor Carey and others, Ford signed legislation to give the city federal loans.
Dating back centuries, these backless shoes can be high?heeled or flat and have a name denoting a stubborn animal.
What are mules? The mule became popular in the United States during the ’70s but dates back as far as the Middle Ages
In 1970, this aircraft maker introduced its iconic 747, a wide jet airplane with increased cabin space.
What is Boeing? The first 747 went on its maiden voyage after a champagne toast by First Lady Patricia Nixon
The modern version of this hair-coiling device was patented in 1980
What is a curling wand (or curling iron)? The designer was Theora Stephens, who created an efficient wand similar to those used today
What television show stars Jerry Mathers as Theodore Cleaver?
Leave It to Beaver. Beaver is the nickname of Theodore Cleaver. Barbara Billingsley and Hugh Beaumont play Beaver’s parents in the popular sitcom
his beloved children’s author, born March 2, created The Cat in the Hat
Who is Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel)?
In February 1973, Indigenous activists occupied a trading post and church at Wounded Knee in this state
What is South Dakota? The demonstration was in memory of the Wounded Knee massacre from 1890.
Popular in the ’70s were these sandal shoes, with laces that tied up the wearer’s leg
What are espadrilles? During this decade, espadrilles were often wedges, giving the wearer extra height and glamour.
Beginning in 1988, airlines began to ban this habit during short domestic flights, to keep the air inside the plane clear and clean.
What is smoking? Until then, many planes had smoking and nonsmoking sections, but in the confined space, the smoke traveled throughout.
Trendsetters in the cosmetic industry were names like Elle Macpherson and Cindy Crawford, both with this profession
What is a model/supermodel? During the ’80s, both of these women inspired beauty standards and cosmetics trends.
What musical instrument did Fats Waller play?
Piano. The jazz pianist laid the groundwork for modern jazz piano in the 1920s and 1930s
This physicist born March 14 developed the theory of relativity.
Who is Albert Einstein?
Now often associated with tech, this U.S. state saw the unveiling of the Apple II computer at the first-ever West Coast Computer Faire in 1977
What is California? The Apple II was revolutionary because it was the first designed for average home consumers
During the 1980s, these PVC plastic sandals in bright, glittery colors were popular— and no, they have nothing to do with fruit spread
What are jelly sandals? Also called jellies, these flexible shoes continued to be popular into the ’90s
This airline magnate opened Virgin Atlantic in 1984, to great success
Who is Richard Branson? Branson’s goal was to create an accessible but luxurious flying experience
The 1970s saw a trend toward these shimmery, “icy” eyeshadow shades
What are frosted shadows? The frosty look became a trend again in the early 2000s
What is the most common eye color in humans?
Brown. The least common are green, violet, and auburn.
This composer born March 31 wrote the ballet The Firebird
Who is Igor Stravinsky?
In 1987, Senator Gary Hart from this western “Centennial” state ended a short-lived presidential campaign after an infidelity scandal.
What is Colorado? The sensational case is often referenced as a turning point in how the media covered political scandals.
In the ’80s, athletic footwear was all the rage, including the classic Air Force 1 from this brand
What is Nike? The term sneakerhead originated around this time to describe sneaker aficionados and collectors.
This airline was the first “no frills” budget airline, with its Skytrains gaining success in the ’70s
What is Laker Airways? Founded by Freddie Laker, it offered a lower fare with few in-flight luxuries.
Formed in 1976, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel monitored cosmetic ingredients for this
What is safety? Several safety programs formed in the ’70s, devoted to making sure cosmetic products were safe for daily use.
What sport uses the terms hook, turkey, and kingpin?
Bowling. A hook is a bowling ball that breaks to the left or right. When a player bowls three strikes in a row, it is called a turkey. The kingpin is the name for the headpin
his American labor leader and civil rights activist born March 24 helped organize the United Farm Workers.
Who is Cesar Chavez?
He fought for better working conditions for farm laborers.
In 1977, the Kickapoo tribe was officially recognized by this southwestern state, with their tribal headquarters located in Eagle Pass
What is Texas? They also received federal recognition a few years later, in 1983, along with dual American and Mexican citizenship
Skate shoes reemerged as a major trend in the 1990s, including the slip-ons from this skate brand with a signature checkerboard.
What is Vans? Skater and grunge culture brought popularity to shoes like slip-ons and Doc Martens
This large supersonic jet first flew from London to Bahrain in 1976, despite concerns about its noise and environmental impact.
What is the Concorde? Queen Elizabeth’s first flight “across the pond” in the Concorde was in 1977, from Barbados back to London
This type of comb was patented in 1970 and is used specifically on Afro hairstyles and tightly coiled curl patterns.
What is a pick comb? The uniquely shaped device was patented by Samuel Bundles Jr. and Henry Childrey
What is the oldest swimming stroke?
The breaststroke. According to many sources, people have been using the breaststroke since the 16th century
This playwright born March 26 wrote The Glass Menagerie.
Who is Tennessee Williams?