Dance through the Decades
This 1960s dance craze had people twisting their hips to a hit song by Chubby Checker.
What is the Twist?
n 1955, you could buy a bottle of Coca-Cola for this pocket-change price.
What is 5 cents?
They don’t wear scrubs, but they help you see clearly—usually by fitting you with glasses.
What is an optometrist?
What kind of math do birds love?
OWL-gebra
This large bay in northeastern Canada is the second-largest in the world and is mostly frozen in winter.
What is Hudson's Bay?
This lively partner dance popular in the swing era features lots of spins and kicks.
What is the Jitterbug?
A gallon of gas in the 1960s would typically cost about this much.
What is 25 cents?
Skilled with tools and measurements, this tradesperson shapes and installs structures made of wood.
What is a carpenter?
Why do ducks always pay with cash?
Because they always have bills on them
This Canadian city hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics.
What is Vancouver?
You might feel "Stayin’ Alive" doing this flashy 1970s dance style.
What is Disco?
In the 1950s, this sweet frozen treat on a stick cost around a dime.
What is a popsicle?
This person doesn’t wear a badge but keeps things legal—writing contracts, giving advice, and arguing in court.
What is a lawyer?
Where do most horses live?
In neighhh-borhoods!
This Canadian city is famous for its annual Stampede rodeo and cowboy culture.
What is Calgary?
This ballroom dance, known for its grace and flow, is often danced to slow waltz music.
What is the Waltz?
In 1949, this item that once cost thousands today was just $1,420 brand new.
What is a car?
A blend of science and compassion, this person helps patients recover physical movement after injuries or surgeries.
What is a physical Therapist?
How do you make a lemon drop?
Let it fall from the tree
This Canadian singer is famous for hits like “Summer of ’69” and “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You.”
Who is Bryan Adams?
Popular in Latin American culture, this energetic Cuban dance features sharp hip movements.
What is the Mambo?
A movie ticket in the 1940s could cost this much—perfect for a Saturday matinee.
What is 10 cents?
Often the person behind a microphone at concerts or events, this professional introduces acts and keeps the audience engaged.
What is an emcee or announcer?
What did the limestone say to the geologist?
Don't take me for granite!
This iconic Canadian dish features fries topped with cheese curds and gravy.
What is poutine?