Rock Songs
In 1976, we listened to lead singer Freddie of this group declare, "You’re My Best Friend."
Queen
The Exxon Valdez oil spill in 1989 was a major environmental disaster for this state.
Alaska
This is the name of Alda’s M*A*S*H character
Benjamin Franklin “Hawkeye” Pierce
Shoes during this decade trended toward clogs and chunky platforms, with earth tones and suede often appearing
1970s
In 1991, Virgin Atlantic made history by becoming the first airline to put this entertainment device on the back of seats.
TV
This is the decade most closely associated with disco and Bohemian makeup trends
1970s
One-hit wonder Wild Cherry had a hit with their tune requesting “Play That _____ Music.”
Funky
In 1975, this major “Big Apple” city in an eastern U.S. state was saved from bankruptcy by President Ford
New York City
This is where Alda got his stage surname.
his father
Dating back centuries, these backless shoes can be high-heeled or flat and have a name denoting a stubborn animal
mules
In 1970, this aircraft maker introduced its iconic 747, a wide jet airplane with increased cabin space.
Boeing
The modern version of this hair-coiling device was patented in 1980.
curling wand (or curling iron)
Wings, a group including this former Beatle, had a 1976 hit with their “Silly Love Songs
Paul McCartney
In February 1973, Indigenous activists occupied a trading post and church at Wounded Knee in this state.
South Dakota
As a child, Alda contracted this viral illness that causes pain, muscle weakness, and paralysis
polio
Popular in the ’70s were these sandal shoes, with laces that tied up the wearer’s leg.
espadrilles
Beginning in 1988, airlines began to ban this habit during short domestic flights, to keep the air inside the plane clear and clean.
smoking
Trendsetters in the cosmetic industry were names like Elle Macpherson and Cindy Crawford, both with this profession
model/supermodel
In 1984, he released the upbeat rock tune “Dancing in the Dark.”
Bruce Springsteen
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
California
It is the branch of the military in which Alda served after college.
army
During the 1980s, these PVC plastic sandals in bright, glittery colors were popular— and no, they have nothing to do with fruit spread!
jelly sandals
This airline magnate opened Virgin Atlantic in 1984, to great success
(RB)
Richard Branson
The 1970s saw a trend toward these shimmery, “icy” eyeshadow shades
frosted shadows
Their colorful rock tune “Back in Black” has been used in multiple commercials as well as being a radio staple.
AC/DC
In 1987, Senator Gary Hart from this western “Centennial” state ended a short-lived presidential campaign after an infidelity scandal
Colorado
Alda also appears as Dr. Gabriel Lawrence in this ’90s medical drama show about a Chicago hospital
ER
In the ’80s, athletic footwear was all the rage, including the classic Air Force 1 from this brand.
Nike
This airline was the first “no frills” budget airline, with its Skytrains gaining success in the ’70s
(LA)
Laker Airways
Formed in 1976, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel monitored cosmetic ingredients for this.
safety
An icon of the 1990s, “Smells Like Teen Spirit” was one of this group’s biggest hits
Nirvana
In 1977, the Kickapoo tribe was officially recognized by this southwestern state, with their tribal headquarters located in Eagle Pass
Texas
Alda wrote, directed, and stars in this 1981 romantic film alongside Carol Burnett, playing a couple vacationing with friends
The Four Seasons
Skate shoes reemerged as a major trend in the 1990s, including the slip-ons from this skate brand with a signature checkerboard
Vans
This large supersonic jet first flew from London to Bahrain in 1976, despite concerns about its noise and environmental impact.
Concorde
This type of comb was patented in 1970 and is used specifically on Afro hairstyles and tightly coiled curl patterns
pick comb