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In the 1950's, what treat often just cost 5 cents?
Candy bar !
Families fathered around this piece of furniture to watch shows together
What is the television?
Clothes were often washed using a machine with a wringer.
What is a washing machine?
This singer was known as "The King of Rock N Roll."
Who is Elvis Presley?
Long ago, people used this to type letters and documents.
What is a typewriter?
You could use this to get around in your vehicle and it once cost 30 cents a gallon!
What is gasoline?
This show starred Lucille Ball and was hugely popular.
What is "I Love Lucy?"
Meals were cooked from scratch almost every day.
What is home cooking?
People played music on these round, black records.
What are vinyl records?
Before computers, this person helped fix broken machines or engines.
What is a mechanic?
People used this to send letters, which only cost a few cents
What is a stamp?
Many people watch shows on this instead of cable TV.
What is streaming? (Netflix, etc.)
Many people heat meals quickly using this appliance.
What is a microwave?
This kind of movie featured cowboys and horses.
What is a western?
Many workers wore these to keep their clothes clean while working.
What are aprons?
You could buy this cold desert for a nickel
What is an ice cream cone?
Western shows like this were very popular on TV.
What is Gunsmoke/Bonanza?
Ice was delivered to homes for these.
What are iceboxes?
This singer was famous for songs like "My Way."
Who is Frank Sinatra?
Today, many people send messages and documents using this instead of paper.
What is email or a computer?
Families could buy one of these brand new for under $2,000
What is a car?
Music is often listening to through this small handheld device.
What is a smartphone?
Lights and thermostats can be controlled with this now.
What is voice control/smart technology?
This group from the 1960's sang "Hey Jude."
Who are The Beatles?
Workers used this to keep track of hours worked and pay.
What is a time clock or a punch clock?