Toys of the 60's
60's Fads
TV Series of 1960's
People of 1960's
1965 Music
100
In her fur-trimmed dinner suit, pull her chord to hear her say dozens of different sayings to her life-friend Ken.
What is Talking Barbie?
100
This article of clothing achieved the height of its popularity in 1967, when virtually every young woman was wearing one, as a sign of rebellion.
What is a Mini Skirt?
100
"The weather started getting rough. The tiny ship was tossed. If not for the courage of the fearless crew ..." was part of this TV series introduction.
What is Gilligan's Island?
100
He had a dream in Washington, D.C. in August of 1963.
Who is Martin Luther King, Jr.?
100
Audio Clue: This Beatles song spent 2 weeks atop the Billboard Top 100.
What is Ticket to Ride?
200
This toy allows anyone to draw beautiful patterns with just a pencil and paper, providing hours of fun for kids of all ages.
What is Spirograph?
200
Fruit-nomenclature for the long, narrow bicycle seats that curved at the back.
What are Banana Seats?
200
This show featured Davey Jones, Peter Tork, Mike Nesmith, and Mickey Dolenz.
What is The Monkees?
200
This author, born Truman Streckfus Persons, wrote the "non-fiction novel" In Cold Blood.
Who is Truman Capote?
200
Audio Clue: A #1 hit for The Byrds, this song was written and released earlier in the year by Bob Dylan?
What is Mr. Tambourine Man?
300
These hand-controlled non-electronic robots, throw left and right punches. Land one on the chin and the heads pop up.
What are Rock'em Sock'em Robots?
300
When coupled with a strobe light, these lamps created a disorienting purple haze that put posters into a new perspective.
What is a Black Light?
300
Fred Gwynn, who later played Judge Haller in the 1992 masterpiece "My Cousin Vinnie", had a starring role in this 1960s classic TV show.
What is The Munsters?
300
Famous for his "pop art" which, among other things, was utilized in the designs for Campbell's Soup and Tide laundry detergent.
Who is Andy Warhol?
300
Audio Clue: The Supremes had four #1 hits, including: Come See About Me, Back in My Arms Again, I Hear a Symphony, and this track:
What is Stop in the Name of Love?
400
Hasbro released this popular military action figure in 1964, and refused to allow the Toy Story movie franchise to identify the character by name in 1995.
Who is GI Joe?
400
A relative of brine shrimp, these "aquatic mammals" were marketed in comic books in the 60s and are still available today.
What are Sea Monkeys?
400
This police procedural drama begins with "The story you are about to see is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent."
What is Dragnet?
400
This marine biologist and conservationist has the books The Silent Spring and The Sea Around Us to her credit.
Who is Rachel Carson?
400
Audio Clue: A request for assistance in FPM, and a #1 hit for The Beach Boys in May and June of 1965
What is Help Me, Rhonda?
500
This toy company counts the 1960's iconic toys the Hula Hoop and the Super Ball among its holdings.
What is Wham-O?
500
This ubiquitous 1960s symbol was designed in Worcester, MA, by Harvey Ball, to help ease acrimony and boost morale after the merger of two companies.
What is the Smiley Face?
500
The premise of the 60's Western comedy has Captain Parmenter leading a cavalry charge in the wrong direction and being mistakenly given command of Fort Courage. Also, the Massachusetts State Police Unit in charge of Logan Airport.
What is F Troop?
500
While Neil and Buzz walked on the moon on July 24, 1969, he ran the show at Mission Control. He was also the Flight Director for Apollo 13 and Apollo 17.
Who is Gene Kranz?
500
Audio Clue: This #1 hit for Herman's Hermits spent three weeks at #1 in May of 1965.
What is Mrs. Brown You've Got a Lovely Daughter