The Capital News Online Christmas Toys Quiz
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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 Read morediscover the stories behind these iconic playmates.
The Capital News Online Christmas Toys Questions and Answers
- 1.
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?
- A.
Nintendo Entertainment System
- B.
Tickle Me Elmo
- C.
Cabbage Patch Babies
- D.
Teddy Ruxpin
Correct Answer
B. Tickle Me ElmoExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of the following is not a real toy?
- A.
Jake and the Never Land Pirates - Musical Pirate Ship Bucky
- B.
Doc McStuffins Time For Your Check Up Doll
- C.
Lalaloopsy Silly Hair Star Doll – Harmony B. Sharp
- D.
Mr. Pricklepants Steiff Plush Hedgehog
Correct Answer
D. Mr. Pricklepants Steiff Plush HedgehogExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The first toy to be advertised on TV is… (Hint: It was April 1952)
- A.
Mr. Potato Head
- B.
Lego
- C.
Barbie
- D.
Matchbox Cars
Correct Answer
A. Mr. Potato HeadExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 4.
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?
- A.
Baby walkers with wheels
- B.
Substances used to induce sneezing
- C.
Lawn darts with elongated tips
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
For a full list of banned products under Schedule 2, click here.Rate this question:
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- 5.
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?
- A.
Abe Bookman's Magic 8 Ball
- B.
Gary Dahl's Pet Rock
- C.
Josh Reynolds and Maris Ambats' mood rings
- D.
Richard James' Slinky
Correct Answer
B. Gary Dahl's Pet RockExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 6.
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...
- A.
Clay for car detailing
- B.
Synthetic rubber substitute
- C.
Wallpaper cleaner
- D.
General adhesive
Correct Answer
C. Wallpaper cleanerExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 7.
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.
A stick
- B.
A ball
- C.
A unicycle
- D.
A blanket
Correct Answer
C. A unicycleExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of these toys was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1998?
- A.
Barbie
- B.
LEGO
- C.
Mr. Potato Head
- D.
Etch A Sketch
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B. LEGOExplanation
LEGO, the popular building block toy, was one of the first inductees into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1998.Rate this question:
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- 9.
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?
- A.
G.I. Joe
- B.
Turbo-Man
- C.
Power Rangers
- D.
He-Man
Correct Answer
B. Turbo-ManExplanation
Randy Kornfield, the movie’s writer, was inspired by his own experiences with last minute Christmas shopping and witnessing the frenzy for Mighty Morphin Power Ranger toys.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What was the must-have toy for Christmas in 1996?
- A.
Furby
- B.
Tickle Me Elmo
- C.
Beanie Babies
- D.
Tamagotchi
Correct Answer
B. Tickle Me ElmoExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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