Cathy
Joe
Portage
1955
Sock Hops
100
What line of work did Cathy work in for most of her career?
Caseworker For the Assistance Office
100
What is the name of the location Joe currently owns, that has been his job location for over a decade?
Portage Service Center
100
Which annual community festival began as Portage’s Centennial celebration in 1990?
Summerfest
100
What famous American civil rights leader refused to give up her bus seat later in 1955, sparking a movement?
Rosa Parks
100
What was a common refreshment served at sock hops?
Root beer floats or soda pop.
200
What is the name of the item located on Cathy's head?
Babushka
200
In 1973, what high school did Joe graduate from?
Forest Hills
200
What is the nickname for the Portage High School?
Mustangs
200
What famous scientist, best known for his theory of relativity, died in 1955?
Albert Einstein
200
What was a common nickname for a boy who dressed in leather jackets and slicked-back hair?
Greaser
300
What is the name of the location Cathy volunteers at, where she sifts through jewelry and completes other various tasks?
Altoona Rescue Mission
300
What is the name of the first animal Ann and Joe owned?
Cuddles
300
In the early 20th century, which immigrant populations heavily settled in Portage to work the mines and railroads? (Name 3 of the 4 primary ones)
Slovak, Polish, Italian, and Irish
300
What revolutionary theme park opened in California in 1955?
Disneyland
300
Who sang the 1957 hit “At the Hop,” a song often played at sock hops?
Danny and the Juniors
400
What college did Cathy attend to pursue a degree?
Clarion
400
Within 5 years, how many years did Joe work in the automobile industry?
53
400
What Portage landmark is often used as the town’s symbol and featured on local brochures and event flyers?
Portage Station Museum
400
What kitchen appliance saw a boom in household use by 1955, changing how Americans cooked dinner?
The Microwave Oven
400
How did sock hops get their name?
Dancers were required to take off their shoes to protect the varnished floors from scuff marks.
500
What is the name of the individual who heckles Cathy about going to her 1973 class reunion even though she graduated with the class of 1972?
Andy
500
Where did Ann and Joe spend their honeymoon after their marriage?
Nowhere (Joe Went Hunting)
500
When searching the notable individuals from Portage, PA tab on Wikipedia, name one of the two people that make the list.
Len Chappell, Edgar Wittan
500
What was the average price of a new house in the United States in 1955? (Within $2,000)
$18,400
500
What was the most popular venue a sock hop would be held at?
High School Gymnasium
600
What popular fast food chain opened its first franchise location in 1955?
McDonald’s