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100

This form of entertainment became popular in the 40s because it was a way for families to listen to music, hear soap operas, and get updates about the war

Radio

100

What Magical theme park opened its doors in 1955

Disneyland

100

This civil rights activist lead 250,000 people to Lincoln Memorial to fight for equal rights

Martin Luther King Jr

MLK Jr

100

A form of Jazz that is fast paced and focuses on instruments getting to improvise solos

Bebop

100

"King of Rock n Roll" and the pioneer of Rockabilly

Elvis Presley

100

In the 1940s, due to wartime rationing, people collected this common kitchen fat for reuse in explosives.

Bacon Grease


100

The Bikini Swimsuit made its debut in this year (1940-1949)

1946

200

This event caused America to enter WWII

Pearl Harbor

200

Elvis Presley became the “King of Rock and Roll” with this 1956 hit that told listeners not to step on his shoes.

Blue Suede Shoes

200

Neil Armstrong landed on the moon in this year.

1969

200

1950s A form of rock n roll that still utilized elements of country in its songs!

Rockabilly

200

Known as the "King of Swing", this clarinet player specialized in conducting Big Band music.

Benny Goodman

200

First sold in 1953, this frozen dinner brand promised a full turkey meal in a tray.

Swanson TV Dinner

200

These convenient frozen meals became wildly popular with their invention in 1953. Making family dinners significantly easier for mom and dad.

TV Dinners

300

This film introduced Dorothy to the Emerald City — but in 1939, it still became a 1940s movie staple on TV.

What is the Wizard of OZ

300

Aretha Franklin spelled out this word in her 1967 hit.

RESPECT

300

What are the Full names of the Beatles

Hint: There are four of them

George Harrison, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and John Lennon

300

A form of Jazz consisting of several instrumental parts. Typically the background music for movies or TV shows.

Big Band

300

100% the largest and most popular group of the 60s with their psychedelic style of rock and roll that captivated the youth of America!

The Beatles 

300

In the 1960s, this popular hairstyle for women featured a high, rounded crown often stiffened with hairspray.

Beehive

300

These 2 states did not officially become states until 1959

(150 pts per correct answer)

Alaska and Hawaii

400

Name any 4 inventions that came out of the 40s

The Jeep

The Microwave

The Television

The Slinky/Frisbee

400

______, a radio DJ in Cleveland, OH, coined the phrase _______ as the emerging style of music.

Alan Freed 

Rock N Roll

400

This is the phrase used to describe the fandom that dominated the 1960's. 

Hint: The phrase has the name of the band in it

Beatlemania

400

A style of R&B dominated by African Americans that empowered many blacks and produced timeless classics.


Motown

400

Known as one of the biggest stars of the 40s, this singer captivated audiences with his relaxed voice and popular christmas album

Bing Crosby

400

This coin-operated machine, popular in the 1940s–60s, played records for a nickel or dime.

Jukebox

400

This 1969 Music Festival hosted 400,000 fans to hear some of the greatest rock music ever played, and to enjoy “3 Days of Peace & Music.” 

Woodstock 

500

This genre of music is the main influence of all the 5 styles that came out of the 40s

Jazz

500

Thought this show first aired in 1948, it did not become the most watched TV show in America until 1953. Paving the way for many musicians such as Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, and even the Beatles.

The Ed Sullivan Show

500

The primary style of music in the 60s was rock. However, how was the rock music described as in our slides to show it was different from the 50s "rock N roll"

This was a softer style of Rock music. 

500

 1950s A raw form of rock n roll that is often fast paced and energetic!


Garage Rock

500

The Group created a style of rock that was fun, light hearted and embraced the surf culture of the 60s. Their music has created tons of timeless classics people still know today!

Beach Boys
500

This 1959 doll, with blonde hair and high heels, became a cultural icon.

Barbie

500
This President was publicly assassinated in 1963 while riding in a parade.

John F. Kennedy

600

A Swing or Jazz band consists of a wide range of instruments. List 4 of them

(150pts per correct answer)

Trumpet, Saxophone, Trombone, Drums, Clarinet, Flute, Tuba, Piano, Etc

600

What are the 3 instruments primarily thought of as "Rock N Roll" instruments?


Drums, Bass Guitar, and Guitar

600
These were made for walking according to this 1960s song...

Boots

600

Emerging in the late 60s, this style fused rock and jazz for a unique and funky style of rock.


Jazz Fusion

600

This 1960's musical artist wrote songs to promote change in America. His folksy music talked about land conservation, civil rights, and anti-war.

Bob Dylan

600

Kids in the 40s and 50s raced these small, metal die-cast cars before Hot Wheels came along.

Matchbox Cars

600

This television showed first aired in 1951 and quickly became the most watched comedy show in America. Written and produced by the first famous female comedian to own her own tv program.

I Love Lucy