1950s Trivia: Movie Questions! Quiz

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    What movie, starring Charlton Heston, won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1960?

    • The Ten Commandments
    • El Cid
    • Ben Hur
    • Planet of the Apes
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Dive into the 1950s with our trivia quiz focusing on movies and more! Test your knowledge on historical events, cultural landmarks, and classic entertainment from the era. This quiz is perfect for history buffs and movie enthusiasts alike, providing a fun and engaging way to learn about the 1950s.

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  • 2. 

    Complete this prose: The place to pass,  On curves,   You know,   Is only at,   A beauty show

    Explanation
    This prose is part of a series of advertisements by the company Burma-Shave. The company was known for placing sequential signs along the side of the road, with each sign displaying a different line of the poem. Drivers would read the signs in sequence as they passed by, creating a clever and engaging advertising campaign. In this particular poem, the message is that passing on curves is dangerous and should only be done at a beauty show, implying that it should not be done at all. The repetition of "Burma-Shave" at the end reinforces the brand name and helps to make the poem memorable.

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  • 3. 
    Who was Fred Flintstone's neighbor? - ProProfs

    Who was Fred Flintstone's neighbor?

    Explanation
    Fred Flintstone's neighbor was Barney Rubble.

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  • 4. 

    The song  "Quiet Village" was recorded with the exotic sounds of which group?

    • Martin Denny

    • Dean Howard

    • Howard Dean

    • Denny Martin

    Correct Answer
    A. Martin Denny
    Explanation
    Martin Denny is the correct answer because he was a famous American pianist and composer who is often credited as the father of exotica music. He recorded the song "Quiet Village" with his group, which featured a unique blend of tropical and Polynesian-inspired sounds. Denny's music became popular in the 1950s and 1960s, and his use of exotic instruments and lush arrangements helped to create a distinct and atmospheric sound that was influential in the development of lounge and easy listening music.

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  • 5. 

    "Smile! You're on ________"

    Correct Answer
    Candid Camera
    Explanation
    The phrase "Smile! You're on Candid Camera" is a well-known catchphrase from the television show Candid Camera. The show was known for its hidden camera pranks and capturing people's genuine reactions to unexpected situations. The phrase became popularized as a way to inform people that they were being filmed without their knowledge or consent. Therefore, the correct answer is Candid Camera.

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  • 6. 

    Who's favorite saying was "Yabba Dabba Do"

    • Bull Moose

    • Yogi Bear

    • Boo Boo

    • Bullwinkle

    Correct Answer
    A. Yogi Bear
    Explanation
    Yogi Bear is the correct answer because "Yabba Dabba Do" is a catchphrase associated with the character Yogi Bear. It is often used to express excitement or victory. Bull Moose, Boo Boo, and Bullwinkle are not known for using this particular saying.

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  • 7. 

    "Never Fear ____________ is Here!"

    Correct Answer
    Underdog
    Explanation
    The phrase "Never Fear ____________ is Here!" is a popular catchphrase often used to introduce a hero or savior. In this case, the correct answer "Underdog" fits perfectly as it is the name of a famous cartoon superhero character who is known for coming to the rescue in times of trouble. The phrase implies that whenever there is fear or danger, Underdog will be there to save the day.

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  • 8. 

    Who were these people? Tim Considine,   Don Grady,  Stanley Livingston,  Barry Livingston

    Correct Answer
    My Three Sons
    My 3 Sons
    Explanation
    Tim Considine - Michael "Mike" Douglas (1960–1965)
    Don Grady - Robert "Robbie" Douglas (1960–1971)
    Stanley Livingston - Richard "Chip" Douglas (1960-1972)
    Barry Livingston - Ernest "Ernie" Thompson/Douglas (1963–1972) joined show as adopted son when Tim Considine dropped out.
    A little bit of a trick question!

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  • 9. 
    What's the name of this 1960's singing group? - ProProfs

    What's the name of this 1960's singing group?

    • The Belmonts

    • Phil, Don and Curt

    • Jimmie, Billy and Phil

    • Dino, Desi and Billy

    Correct Answer
    A. Dino, Desi and Billy
    Explanation
    left to right ~
    Desi Arnaz, Jr, Billy Hinsche & Dean Paul Martin,

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  • 10. 

    What phrase was added to the Pledge of Allegiance in the 1950s?

    Correct Answer
    under God
    Explanation
    In 1954, Congress, after a campaign by the Knights of Columbus, added the words, 'under God,' to the Pledge. The Pledge was now both a patriotic oath and a public prayer.

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  • 11. 
    Name this 1957 automobile... - ProProfs

    Name this 1957 automobile...

    • Pontiac

    • Buick

    • Oldsmobile

    • Studebaker

    Correct Answer
    A. Studebaker
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Studebaker. Studebaker was a well-known automobile manufacturer in the 1950s. Pontiac, Buick, and Oldsmobile were also popular car brands during that time, but Studebaker was a separate and distinct brand.

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  • 12. 

    Which was NOT a dance in the 50's/60's?

    • The Twist

    • The Mashed Potato

    • The Creep

    • The Pony

    Correct Answer
    A. The Creep
    Explanation
    The question asks for a dance that was NOT popular in the 50's/60's. The Twist, the Mashed Potato, and the Pony were all popular dances during that time period. However, the Creep was not a popular dance in the 50's/60's.

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  • 13. 

    How much did a first-class stamp cost in 1960?

    • .05

    • .10

    • .04

    • .08

    Correct Answer
    A. .04
    Explanation
    In 1960, a first-class stamp cost .04.

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  • 14. 

    Who won the 1959 World Series of Baseball?

    • LA Dodgers

    • Chicago White Sox

    • St. Louis Cardinals

    • Boston Red Sox

    Correct Answer
    A. LA Dodgers
    Explanation
    LA Dogers defeated the Chicago White Sox 4 games to 2.

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  • 15. 

    Which of these toys/games did NOT appear in 1960?

    • Etch-A-Sketch

    • Barbie

    • Chatty Cathie

    • Frisbee

    Correct Answer
    A. Frisbee
    Explanation
    The Frisbee from Wham-O was introduced in 1957.

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  • 16. 

    Name the old drive-in movie theater and manager at Brookfield.

    Correct Answer
    Lin Vue Bert Summy
  • 17. 
    Starred as Jett Rink in this 1956 movie. - ProProfs

    Starred as Jett Rink in this 1956 movie.

    Correct Answer
    James Dean
    Explanation
    Movie was "Giant", also starring Elizabeth Taylor and Rock Hudson.

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  • 18. 

    BHS Superintendent when we graduated.

    • Robert Gray

    • Earl Helms

    • Bob Roberts

    • Earl Gray

    Correct Answer
    A. Earl Gray
  • 19. 
    Do you remember __________ skirts? - ProProfs

    Do you remember __________ skirts?

    Correct Answer
    poodle
  • 20. 

    The gathering place on South Main was called "________ Grill".

    Correct Answer
    sterlings
    sterling's
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "sterlings" or "sterling's". The word "grill" suggests that the missing word is likely a name of a restaurant or a place to eat. Both "sterlings" and "sterling's" could be plausible options for a restaurant name.

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  • 21. 

    The bank that was on the south-east corner of Main and Brooks St. ______-______ 

    Correct Answer
    Brownlee-Moore
    Brownlee More
    Explanation
    The bank that was on the south-east corner of Main and Brooks St. was either called Brownlee-Moore or Brownlee More.

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  • 22. 

    "______ Parks"

    Correct Answer
    twin
    Explanation
    The missing word to complete the phrase "______ Parks" is "twin." This suggests that there is more than one park that is related or identical to each other. The word "twin" implies a duplication or replication of a park, possibly indicating that there are two parks that are very similar or identical in some way.

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