That 70's Trivia
This Volkswagen auto became the world’s best-selling car in 1972.
What is Beetle (or Bug)? The Ford Model T held the record for more than 40 years until the Beetle surpassed it.
This evening TV soap opera set on a ranch in Texas dominated the first half of the decade.
What is Dallas? “Who shot J.R.?” was heard everywhere during those years.
Seinfeld is set in this city.
What is New York City? Much of the action takes place in Jerry’s apartment on the Upper West Side.
This artist covered her father’s song “Unforgettable.”
Who is Natalie Cole? Natalie’s father is Nat King Cole. She released the tune in 1992.
This woman was the first woman to hold this post in the UK, elected May, 1979
Who is Margaret Thatcher. She defeated James Callaghan in the general election to become the forty-ninth Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, the first woman to hold the post.
In 1979, this leader of the Missionaries of Charity received the Nobel Prize for her work in Calcutta, India.
Who is Mother Teresa? Pope Francis made her a saint in 2016.
This hour-long, Sunday-night news magazine on CBS was in the top 10 most popular TV shows for the entire decade.
What is 60 Minutes? On the air since 1968, the show is still running today. It has had many great hosts over the years, including Andy Rooney, Mike Wallace, Steve Kroft, Lesley Stahl, and Morley Safer.
The name people use to refer to Jerry’s neighbor.
Who is Kramer? Kramer is the character’s last name. He is played by actor Michael Richards.
“American Pie”
Who is Don McLean? Don McLean shared in 2015 that when he recorded the song, he felt America was headed in the wrong direction and that it was a song about morality. He said, “There is no poetry and very little romance in anything anymore, so it is really like the last phase of ‘American Pie.’”
Princess Diana was lovingly referred to as
"The _______________ princess."
What is the "People’s Princess"
This band performs the 1978 hit “Y.M.C.A.”
What is the Village People? Other hits include “Macho Man” and “In the Navy.”
In 1982, this popular Japanese automaker began making cars in its Ohio factory.
What is Honda? The company still produces the Accord in Ohio.
Jerry’s neurotic friend who sometimes lives with his parents, Elaine and Frank.
Who is George (Costanza)? George’s storyline revolves around family issues, looking for a job, failed romances, and unfortunate (but humorous) situations.
“Mama Told Me Not to Come”
What is Three Dog Night? Other hits include “Try a Little Tenderness,” “Joy to the World,” and “Easy to Be Hard.”
"Like Dean Martin with a hiccup."
What is Elvis Presleys legendary response?
According to receptionist Marion Keisker, when the 18-year-old Elvis Presley stepped into Sam Phillips' Memphis Recording Service at 706 Union on July 18, 1953, she asked him what kind of singer he was.
This American swimmer won a record-setting seven gold medals at the 1972 Munich Olympics.
Who is Mark Spitz? He set records earning a gold medal in each event heparticipated in, and he held the record for the most gold medals until 2008. In 2008, Michael Phelps won eight gold medals at the Beijing Olympics.
This “V” fabric gave velvet a run for its money.
What is velour? Do you remember how velour pants sagged at the knees?
Jerry’s short romance with this character turned into a good-friends relationship for the duration of the show’s run.
Who is Elaine? There was never any reason given about the breakup of this shortlived romance.
“Lady”
Who is Kenny Rogers? The tune reached No. 10 in the 20 Top Hits of the 1980s.
As the first American woman astronaut, she opened the door to space for women.
Who is Sally Ride? She became an astronaut after answering an ad in her school newspaper.
This supersonic aircraft was designed and built during a collaboration between the United Kingdom and France.
What is Concorde? It flew at Mach 2 (1,500 miles per hour), and its cruise altitude was 60,000 feet. Its record-breaking trip from New York to London was two hours, 52 minutes, and 59 seconds.
As more mothers went to work, kids came home to an empty house, and they were known as these kinds of kids.
Who are latch-key kids? Older siblings were responsible for caring for the younger ones until mothers returned home.
This is Kramer’s first name.
What is Cosmo? No one knew Kramer’s first name for many seasons.
The title of Dolly Parton's debut album in 1967.
What is "Hello, I'm Dolly"?
He was TIME magazine "Man of the Year" in 1938
Who is Adolf Hitler?
It’s important to note however, that the award isn’t always meant as an endorsement.
Time magazine claims that the title is more a measure of newsworthiness and impact.