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This 1980 film stars brothers Jake and Elwood on a mission to “get the band back together.”
What is The Blues Brothers? On set, John Belushi became known for constantly losing his character’s trademark sunglasses, going through hundreds of pairs during filming.
Running alongside Walter Mondale in 1984, she became the first female vice-presidential candidate to run for a major party.
Who is Geraldine Ferraro? At the time of her running, there were no female governors, and only 24 members of Congress were women.
The sitcom Happy Days often features the teens hanging out at this drive-in.
What is Arnold’s Drive-In? Fun fact: The restaurant was originally going to be called Arthur’s.
This green, fuzzy fellow was introduced in 1978 as the Phillies’ mascot.
Who is the Phanatic? His backstory claims that he is a bird hailing from the Galapagos Islands.
In 1995, a major one of these natural disasters struck near Kobe, Japan, resulting in widespread destruction.
What is an earthquake? The event is called the Great Hanshin Earthquake Disaster and caused more than $100 billion in damage.
This stretchy candy with a joke on every wrapper came into being in the 1970s.
What is Laffy Taffy? The treat was originally called Breich’s Caramels before changing to the catchier rhyme a few years later.
“Behind Blue Eyes” is a song by this English rock band.
What is the Who? It was released in 1971 on the band’s album Who’s Next and was written by Pete Townshend.
Dan Quayle was his running mate in two elections—1988 and 1992.
Who is George H. W. Bush (or George Bush Sr.)? Quayle was a divisive choice at the time, as many considered him too young and inexperienced.
This Boston bar has regulars like Norm Peterson, Cliff Clavin, and Frasier Crane.
What is Cheers? The exterior panning shots of the iconic location from Cheers were taken outside the Bull and Finch Pub on Beacon Hill in Boston, Massachusetts.
For more than 40 years, this “Crime Dog” has been teaching children about crime prevention.
Who is McGruff? His successful campaign runs with the slogan “Take a bite out of crime.”
On April 15, 1983, this theme park opened in Tokyo, the first to be built outside of the United States.
What is Disneyland? When it opened, it took up 114 acres, which made it the largest Disney park at that time.
This ’80s TV show with a rhyming name features the mischievous adventures of a young boy who often annoys his neighbor Mr. Wilson.
What is Dennis the Menace? The show later spawned a live-action movie in 1993.
This bald, blue trio of entertainers emerged in the ’80s, and their zany act has been popular ever since.
Who are the Blue Man Group? Their trademark blue hue came from wanting an eye-catching and surprising image.
In 1976, incumbent Gerald Ford ran alongside this then-senator.
Who is Robert (Bob) Dole? Ford and Dole lost to Jimmy Carter.
This real-world deli is featured in 1989’s When Harry Met Sally in a hilarious and often-quoted scene.
What is Katz’s? The delicatessen enjoys the association, even displaying a sign pointing out the table where Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan sat
In his striped outfit and black mask, this mascot has been stealing McDonald’s goodies since the early 1970s.
Who is the Hamburglar? When first introduced, he was called the Lone Jogger and had a sidekick named Captain Crook.
In 1971, this nation agreed to return Okinawa to Japanese control.
What is the United States? The agreement included the Ryukyu (ree-OOK-yoo) and Daito (DI-ee-tow) Islands.
This basketball star with a rhyming name is known for his time with the L.A. Lakers as well as for appearing in films like Kazaam! and Steel.
Who is Shaquille O’Neal? Fun fact: O’Neal is famously quite tall, standing seven feet, one inch.
Elijah Blue Allman is the son of musician Gregg Allman and this performer and actress who is known for Moonstruck.
Who is Cher? Cher’s family history is documented in the 2013 documentary Dear Mom, Love Cher.
He was Nixon’s running mate twice, in 1968 and 1972.
Who is Spiro Agnew? Agnew resigned in 1973 amid a corruption scandal.
The Mos Eisley Cantina is a restaurant that features in this science-fiction film franchise.
What is Star Wars? The cantina is featured in Star Wars: A New Hope, The Mandalorian, and Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
Since 1980, Big Al has served as the crimson-clad mascot for this school.
What is the University of Alabama? Although the elephant-head look has been around since the ’60s, Big Al did not get his name and current look until the 1980 Sugar Bowl.
In 1989, this emperor passed away, signaling the end of the Shōwa period in Japan.
Who is Hirohito (hee-ruh-HEE-tow)? Hirohito was the last emperor of Japan, who renounced the previous view of emperors as being divine.
This rhyming yellow soda was introduced by the Coca-Cola company in 1979 as a response to Pepsi’s Mountain Dew.
What is Mello Yello? The soft drink is named for a song from 1966 and is meant to capture whimsy and a free spirit.
Ella Bleu is the daughter of Kelly Preston and this Saturday Night Fever actor.
Who is John Travolta? Ella Bleu appears in the 2019 film The Poison Rose with her father.
He ran alongside Bill Clinton in 1992 and 1996 before running for president himself in 2000.
Who is Al Gore? Clinton has called Gore the best vice president the nation ever had.
Pizza Planet is an arcade and pizza restaurant in this 1995 children’s movie about toys coming to life.
What is Toy Story? The aliens, a trio of toy characters from the film, came from a claw game in the Pizza Planet arcade.
This mascot has been around for over 100 years and represents Planters Nut & Chocolate Company.
Who is Mr. Peanut? He is so beloved by the public that when Planters conducted a survey in the early 2000s about sprucing up his look with a bow tie, pocket watch, or some cuff links, they received a resounding “No!” for an answer.
In the early 1970s, an oil crisis caused an economic recession in Japan. It was largely fueled by this organization quadrupling its oil prices.
What is OPEC? The crisis halted the rapid growth of the Japanese economy and caused changes to government policies.
This is the first name of former French president Chirac, who was elected in 1995.
What is Jacques? He was first elected to the National Assembly in 1967 and first ran for president in 1981.
In this 1988 film, Matthew Broderick stars as a young military recruit at a Mississippi boot camp.
What is Biloxi Blues? Broderick plays Eugene Morris Jerome, the same role in the film that he did during the Broadway production.
In 1972, George McGovern chose this Peace Corps director as his presidential running mate.
Who is Sargent Shriver? McGovern would later reminisce about “Sarge’s” optimism and idealism.
Vesuvio is an Italian restaurant in this dramatic TV show about a mafia family.
What is The Sopranos? In reality, the location is Manolo’s Restaurant in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
You may think the Monopoly mascot is simply called Mr. Monopoly, but this name was given to him in 1946—10 years after his debut.
Who is (Milburn) “Rich Uncle” Pennybags? Today, he is incorporated into the brand’s logo.
In 1985, Hayao Miyazaki (HAI-ow mee-uh-ZAA-kee) and associates launched this film studio, whose works include Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro (TOW-ter-oh).
What is Studio Ghibli (GIB-blee)? The name of the studio comes from a word for a hot desert wind.
This short-lived ’80s sitcom stars twin sisters, whom the title suggests are two times the tumult!
What is Double Trouble? Jean and Liz Sagal, younger sisters of actress Katey Sagal, play the title twins.