Sitcom Moms
A Trip to Canada
Fashion in the 1970s
Where Were You in 1962?
Around the World in '80s Names
World History
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Morticia is the matriarch of this "mysterious and spooky" television family.
Who are the Addams family?
The original The Addams Family ran from 1964 to 1966 and has been remade several times, including a 2019 movie.
100
The revived iteration of Jeopardy! first aired in 1984 with this Canadian-born man as host.
Who is Alex Trebek?
He started his television career as a Canadian newscaster before moving on to host such game shows as Reach for the Top and, of course, Jeopardy!
100
This swirly psychedelic pattern was popular throughout the 1970s and is often associated with hippie culture.
What is tie-dye?
This method of dyeing clothing with swirled colors dates back as many as 4,000 years in South Asia and gained widespread popularity during the 1960s and 1970s.
100
This Mission: Impossible and Risky Business star was born on July 3, 1962 in New York.
Who is Tom Cruise?
Did you know that his birth name is actually Thomas Cruise Mapother IV or that he once enrolled in a seminary?
100
This pop singer and '80s music and fashion icon sang "Papa Don't Preach" and "Vogue"
Who is Madonna?
One of six children, Madonna was raised in a religious household, and was a straight-A student throughout school.
100
This decades-long conflict ended in 1975 following the fall of Saigon.
What is the Vietnam War?
The conflict came to an end with the formal reunification of North and South Vietnam. An estimated 58,220 Americans lost their lives in the war.
200
Barbara Billingsley portrays mom June Cleaver in this 1960s family comedy.
What is Leave It to Beaver?
Jerry Mathers plays Theodore "Beaver" Cleaver. Did you know the show premiered on October 4, 1957, the same day satellite Sputnik was launched.
200
The singer of "My Heart Will Go On" was born in a small town in Quebec in 1968.
Who is Celine Dion?
The singing legend shared a passion for music with her whole family; she even wrote her first song at the age of 12.
200
Sonny and Cher were known for wearing this wide-legged style of jeans, sometimes called flares.
What are bell-bottoms?
First worn by early 19th-century sailors, bell-bottom pants passed from function to fashion as many 1970s icons sported the look.
200
On April 21, 1962, this "out of this world" Seattle landmark opened at the World's Fair.
What is the Space Needle?
The opening was visited by many celebrities, including Elvis Presley, Walter Cronkite, and Neil Armstrong.
200
Who is Martina Navratilova?
She was known for her professional rivalry with Chris Evert. She recently appeared in the Netflix comedy series The Politician.
200
The Cold War was a decades-long conflict between the U.S. and this other nation, as well as their allies.
What is the Soviet Union?
The conflict lasted from 1946 until 1991; important events include the 1960 U-2 Incident, the 1979-1989 Soviet-Afghan War, and the Space Race of the 1960s.
400
Jean Stapleton stars alongside Carroll O'Connor as the mom and dad on this '70s sitcom.
What is All in the Family?
The groundbreaking sitcom is known for discussing important social issues.
400
What is the CN Tower?
The tower held the honor of world's tallest free-standing structure for over 30 years.
400
Who is Diane von Furstenburg?
She sold millions of wrap dresses during the 1970s, making her a highly successful designer.
400
The son of fellow actor Martin Sheen, he was born on May 12, 1962, and went on to star in such films such as The Breakfast Club.
Who is Emilio Estevez?
Did you know he first wrote and submitted a script at age seven? It was for an episode of Rod Serling's Night Gallery.
400
This beloved British royal married Prince Charles on July 29, 1981.
Who is Princess Diana (or Diana, Princess of Wales)?
She is remembered today for her charitable work with the homeless, children in need, and people with HIV/AIDS.
400
What is the Berlin Wall?
The structure separated East and West Germany for over 20 years, and its fall began the process of German reunification.
600
What is Bewitched?
Agnes Moorehead plays her mother, Endora. Characters Samantha and Darrin welcomed daughter Tabitha in a much-anticipated episode in 1966.
600
In the winter of 1988, Calgary, in Alberta, Canada, hosted this international sporting event that includes such events as figure skating and skiing.
What are the Winter Olympics?
One highlight of the games was watching Michael Edwards (Eddie the Eagle) compete for Great Britain.
600
What are platform shoes?
Although platform-style shoes can be traced back to ancient Egypt, it was 1970s disco culture that made the high-heeled shoes iconic.
600
What is Orbit Earth?
Glenn became a national hero following the mission, during which he circled the globe three times.
600
This Austrian-born actor and politician is known for iconic lines such as the ever-popular "I'll be back."
Who is Arnold Schwarzenegger?
He was born in Graz, Austria, in 1947 and rose to fame as a bodybuilder. His career has included starring in the Terminator movies as well as serving as California's governor.
600
These two men took "one small step" on July 20, 1969; Michael Collins manned the command Module.
Who Are Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin?
Around half a billion people tuned in to watch the historic moon landing. The crew safely landed back on Earth on July 24.
800
Housemother Edna Garrett helps girls at a boarding school through the trials and tribulations of teen life on this sitcom.
What is The Facts of Life?
The show was popular in its own right but started out as a spinoff of Diff'rent Strokes. The writes had more spinoffs planned but never got them off the ground.
800
In 1970, Canada revised its election rules and made this the voting age.
What is 18?
The 1970 revision to the Canada Elections Act also provided advance voting to persons with disabilities.
800
This actress and fashion icon was known during the 1970s for sporting fully crocheted outfits and short shorts, as well as her 1976 marriage to John Warner.
Who is Elizabeth Taylor?
The violet-eyed beauty starred in such films as Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and Cleopatra.
800
This Canadian actor was born on January 17, 1962, and went on to star in The Truman Show and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
Who is Jim Carrey?
He got his showbiz start as the opening act for Buddy Hackett and Rodney Dangerfield.
800
The first female prime minister of India, she is remembered for revitalizing the farming industry in her nation and for her autocratic leadership.
Who is Indira Gandhi?
She served as prime minister from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 until her assassination in 1984.
800
Who is Major Gregory "Pappy" Boyington?
Robert Conrad plays the role of Boyington, who was awarded the 1944 Medal of Honor for his actions during the war.
1000
Irene Ryan plays family matriarch "Granny" Daisy Moses on this show about a family making a big move.
What is The Beverly Hillbillies?
The show rose to a No. 1 chart position faster than any show in television history--within three weeks of its debut.
1000
On July 30, 1962, this route opened, connecting Canada from east to west. The route is sometimes called the TCH.
What is the Trans-Canada Highway?
Construction on the route began in 1950 and was completed in 1971.
1000
This minimalistic designer rose to popularity during the 1970s, creating such iconic pieces as Bianca Jagger's red sequin dress and Jackie Kennedy's pillbox hat.
Who is Halston?
The somewhat mysterious designer was portrayed by Ewan McGregor in a 2021 television miniseries.
1000
This October 1962 event lasted 13 tense days and resulted in the signing of the Limited Nuclear Test Ban Treaty on July 25, 1963.
What is the Cuban Missile Crisis?
This political and military standoff over nuclear weapons included a naval blockade of Cuba by American ships.
1000
Nena, singer of the 1980s hit song "99 Luftballoons," was born in this European nation in 1960.
What is Germany?
Did you know that "Nena" was her childhood nickname? Her real name is Gabriele Kerner.
1000
Called "the week that changed the world." President Nixon became the first U.S. President to visit this nation.
What is (the People's Republic of) China?
This eight-day historic visit in 1972 was the first step to building a relationship between the two nations.