The Capital News Online Christmas Toys Quiz

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    In the 1996 movie Jingle All the Way, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as mattress salesman Howard Langston, what action figure was Langston looking to buy his son for Christmas?

    • G.I. Joe
    • Turbo-Man
    • Power Rangers
    • He-Man
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Embark on a festive journey with "The Capital News Online Christmas Toys Quiz." Explore the enchanting world of holiday toys that have captivated generations. From timeless classics to modern marvels, each question unveils a piece of toy history. Test your knowledge and reminisce about cherished playthings that defined the season.

Whether you're a toy enthusiast or just curious, this The Capital News Online Christmas Toys Quiz promises a delightful experience. Share the joy of nostalgia with friends and family, celebrating the timeless magic of Christmas toys. Take this The Capital News Online Christmas Toys Quiz and, unwrap the past, and discover the stories behind these iconic playmates.

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  • 2. 

    Toys in Canada are regulated by the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act. Under Schedule 2 of the act, which of the following are banned from being manufactured, imported, advertised or sold?

    • Baby walkers with wheels

    • Substances used to induce sneezing

    • Lawn darts with elongated tips

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    For a full list of banned products under Schedule 2, click here.

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  • 3. 

    The first toy to be advertised on TV is… (Hint: It was April 1952)

    • Mr. Potato Head

    • Lego

    • Barbie

    • Matchbox Cars

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Potato Head
    Explanation
    The original Mr. Potato Head actually came with a real potato. Numerous complaints about rotting vegetables and new safety regulations forced Hasbro to include the plastic body. Watch a 1960s commercial for Mr. Potato Head here.

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  • 4. 

    Which of the following is not a real toy?

    • Jake and the Never Land Pirates - Musical Pirate Ship Bucky

    • Doc McStuffins Time For Your Check Up Doll

    • Lalaloopsy Silly Hair Star Doll – Harmony B. Sharp

    • Mr. Pricklepants Steiff Plush Hedgehog

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Pricklepants Steiff Plush Hedgehog
    Explanation
    Mr. Pricklepants, although a character in "Toy Story 3" voiced by Timothy Dalton, is not a real toy. The other three are considered hot toys for this holiday season.

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  • 5. 

    Ho Ho Al has been at Billings Bridge for the past 25 years. In 1987, which of the following was not a best-selling toy that year?

    • Nintendo Entertainment System

    • Tickle Me Elmo

    • Cabbage Patch Babies

    • Teddy Ruxpin

    Correct Answer
    A. Tickle Me Elmo
    Explanation
    Tickle Me Elmo was released in 1996 and was one of the hottest Christmas gifts that year. The supply couldn’t keep up with the demand, and the toy was sold for large profits on the secondary market.

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  • 6. 

    What was the must-have toy for Christmas in 1996?

    • Furby

    • Tickle Me Elmo

    • Beanie Babies

    • Tamagotchi

    Correct Answer
    A. Tickle Me Elmo
    Explanation
     The must-have toy for Christmas in 1996 was Tickle Me Elmo. The toy, which laughs when tickled, was in such high demand that it led to a shopping frenzy, with some reselling the toy for hundreds of dollars.

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  • 7. 

    One of the hottest toys during the holiday season of 1975 was discontinued in February 1976. It was a hugely successful toy, making its creator a millionaire. Recently, it has also been put into production again. What toy was it?

    • Abe Bookman's Magic 8 Ball

    • Gary Dahl's Pet Rock

    • Josh Reynolds and Maris Ambats' mood rings

    • Richard James' Slinky

    Correct Answer
    A. Gary Dahl's Pet Rock
    Explanation
    Gary Dahl was an advertising executive who came up with Pet Rock after he heard his friends complaining about their pets. 1.5 million Pet Rocks were sold before it was discontinued. The original manual for taking care of the Pet Rock was 32 pages. In September 2012, Pet Rock was re-released as a novelty item.

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  • 8. 

    The Play-Doh we know today was actually an accidental invention. Launched in the mid-1950s, Play-Doh was originally meant to be used as...

    • Clay for car detailing

    • Synthetic rubber substitute

    • Wallpaper cleaner

    • General adhesive

    Correct Answer
    A. Wallpaper cleaner
    Explanation
    Play-Doh was originally conceived by Noah McVicker to clean coal residue from wallpaper. Following World War II, homes began to use natural gas for heat instead of coal. Play-Doh was later marketed as an educational product after McVicker’s nephew saw children using Play-Doh to make Christmas ornaments.

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  • 9. 

    The National Toy Hall of Fame is located in Rochester, New York, and includes 46 inductees. Which of the following is not one of them?

    • A stick

    • A ball

    • A unicycle

    • A blanket

    Correct Answer
    A. A unicycle
    Explanation
    The stick was inducted in 2008, the ball in 2009 and the blanket in 2011. The bicycle was inducted in 2000, and the Big Wheel, a tricycle with an oversized front tire, was inducted in 2011. The unicycle remains the odd one out.

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  • 10. 

    Which of these toys was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1998?

    • Barbie

    • LEGO

    • Mr. Potato Head

    • Etch A Sketch

    Correct Answer
    A. LEGO
    Explanation
    LEGO, the popular building block toy, was one of the first inductees into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1998.

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