Bubble Gum
What bubble gum brand, introduced in 1947 and popularized in the 1950s, is known for its comic strip wrappers?
What is Bazooka Bubble Gum? Bazooka Bubble Gum was introduced shortly after World War II and reportedly was named after the bazooka, a new weapon used to destroy tanks during the war.
Which chocolate bar, originally introduced in the UK in 1935 and later launched in North America in 1969, is known for its distinctive wafer layers and the slogan “Have a break, have a…”?
What is KitKat? Nestlé owns KitKat in most countries, while the Hershey Company has the rights to manufacture and sell KitKat in the United States.
What is the average life expectancy in Canada?
A) 75
B) 81
C) 90
What is B) 81?
What classic gelatin desert became a household staple in the 1950s?
What is Jell-O? There is an entire museum dedicated to Jell-O in Le Roy, New York, where it was invented.
This object that is considered good luck is one that is said to catch negative images from dreams.
What is a Dream Catcher? Indigenous peoples suggest that their purpose was to protect sleepers, especially children, from bad dreams, nightmares and evil spirits.
Which gum, introduced in the 1950s, became known for its long-lasting flavor and was advertised as “double your pleasure, double your fun”?
What is Doublemint Gum? Jayne and Joan Boyd were the first “Doublemint Twins” in the brand’s long running “double” commercial.
What candy, introduced in 1939, features a crunchy, malted-milk center covered in a milk-chocolate coating and is often sold in theater-sized boxes?
What are Whoppers? Whoppers were first introduced as “Giants” and were rebranded in 1949
Canada and this nation go back and forth in being the coldest country in the world.
What is Russia? Canada and Russia are tied for the title of the coldest country in the world, with an average daily temperature of -5.6°
This ice-cream, introduced in the 1960s, was celebrated for its convenience and included swirls of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry?
What is Neapolitan ice cream? The first original flavors were pistachio, vanilla, and cherry, inspired by the colours of the Italian flag.
This famous fountain in Italy is said to bring you good luck if you throw a coin in it.
What is the Trevi Fountain? Apparently, those who toss coins into its waters will return to Rome.
In the 1960s, which gum brand became one of the first to introduce sugar-free gum in North America?
What is Trident? Trident was marketed as beneficial for dental health because it helped increase saliva production, which can neutralize acid and prevent tooth decay.
Which candy bar, introduced in the 1920s, is known for its combination of peanuts, caramel, and nougat and is often mistakenly associated with a famous baseball player?
What is Baby Ruth? The Baby Ruth candy bar was said to be named after Ruth Cleveland, the daughter of President Grover Cleveland.
What city is the home of the National Gallery of Canada?
What is Ottawa? The National Gallery of Canada located in the capital city of Ottawa, Ontario, is Canada's national art museum. The museum's building takes up 46,621 square feet.
Which cake, made with sweetened cream cheese and canned cherries, was a popular treat in the 1960s?
What is Cherry Cheesecake? National Cherry Cheesecake Day is celebrated on April 23 every year.
This bug is said to bring you good luck if you see one or it lands on you.
What is a ladybug? Ladybugs are seen as protectors against bad luck and negative energy. Their presence is thought to ward off harm and bring safety.
Which chewing gum brand, introduced by Wrigley in 1893, is known for its distinct fruity flavor and was heavily marketed in the 1960s with the slogan “The taste is gonna move ya”?
What is Juicy Fruit? A pack of Juicy Fruit gum became the first product ever scanned using a Universal Product Code (UPC) barcode, at a Marsh Supermarket in Ohio in 1974.
What iconic question is repeatedly asked in the classic Tootsie Pop commercial from the 1970s?
What is “How many licks does it take to get to the Tootsie Roll center of a Tootsie Pop?” Engineering students at Purdue University built a “licking machine” modeled after the human tongue to find out. They reported that it took the machine an average of 364 licks. When they repeated the test with human volunteers, the average was 252 licks to reach the center.
The highest ever recorded temperature in Canada was 49.6°C (121.3°F) in what Province?
What is Lytton, British Columbia on June 29, 2021?
What popular 1950s dessert is flipped before serving, placing the fruit on top?
What is Pineapple upside-down cake? Canned pineapple became widely available in the early 1900s, thanks to the Dole Company. This accessibility— and its affordability—made the upside-down baked dessert more popular.
In what major religion is rubbing the belly of a statue is said to bring good luck, happiness, and prosperity?
What is Buddhism? The Buddha, also known as the Laughing Buddha, Budia, Budai Luohan, or Hotei, is a symbol of good fortune in Buddhism.
What candy-coated gum’s name is derived from a Spanish word for “sticky stuff ”?
What are Chiclets Chiclets? Like other gum, were originally made from chicle, which translates to “sticky stuff ” in English.
The root of this popular candy has been used to treat various health ailments, including canker sores, upset stomach, and cough.
What is Licorice? Before gummy candies Haribo made this candy in the early 20th century.
This portable two-way radio signaling systems was invented in 1937 by Canadian inventor Donald Hings.
What is the Walkie Talkie? Its development during the Second World War has been variously credited to Donald Hings.
What layered dessert, featuring cake, custard, and fruit, became especially popular at parties in the 1960s?
What is Trifle? The Italian variation is called zuppa inglese, which features sponge cake and is layered with pastry cream.
Which culture believed that wearing sapphire invited a favour of the gods?
A) Roman
B) Egyptian
C) Greek
What is Ancient Greek culture? This blue stone was said to possess magical and supernatural powers. The gem also has a meaning in some parts of India, as it represents health and wealth.