Games Of The 1960's Trivia Question

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    What color box did the original version of AMF's 1968 game "Getaway Chase" have?

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Explore the fascinating world of 1960s board games with this trivia quiz! Dive into the history of iconic game companies, discover the designers behind classic games, and test your knowledge on the innovative games of the era. Perfect for enthusiasts of gaming history and cultural studies.

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  • 2. 

    Who published the 1965 card game "Bambi"?

    • Parker Brothers

    • Transogram

    • Russell Mfg. Co.

    • Lowell Mfg. Co.

    Correct Answer
    A. Russell Mfg. Co.
  • 3. 

    Who designed Avalon Hill's 1968 game about World War I called "1914"?

    • James Bradley

    • James Roush

    • James Johnson

    • James Dunnigan

    Correct Answer
    A. James Dunnigan
    Explanation
    James Dunnigan is the correct answer because he is a renowned game designer and historian who founded the game company Simulations Publications Inc. (SPI), which later acquired Avalon Hill. Dunnigan is known for designing numerous war games, including "1914," which is a game about World War I.

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  • 4. 

    Which 1960's Milton Bradley game involved the use of a pendulum?

    • Kreskin's ESP

    • Simon

    • The Game of Life

    • Kismet

    Correct Answer
    A. Kreskin's ESP
    Explanation
    Kreskin's ESP is the correct answer because it was a 1960's Milton Bradley game that involved the use of a pendulum. The game was based on the popular mentalist The Amazing Kreskin and players would use a pendulum to answer questions and predict the future.

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  • 5. 

    Which two companies both published a "Roger Maris Baseball Game" in 1962?

    • Milton Bradley And Hasbro

    • Parker Brothers And National

    • Rosebud And Gabriel

    • Play-Rite And Pressman

    Correct Answer
    A. Play-Rite And Pressman
    Explanation
    Play-Rite and Pressman are the two companies that both published a "Roger Maris Baseball Game" in 1962.

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  • 6. 

    Who bought the Cadaco-Ellis game company in 1964?

    • United Industries

    • Hasbro

    • Rapid Mounting And Finishing Co.

    • Milton Bradley

    Correct Answer
    A. Rapid Mounting And Finishing Co.
    Explanation
    Rapid Mounting And Finishing Co. bought the Cadaco-Ellis game company in 1964.

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  • 7. 

    Which Cadaco-Ellis game was issued in 1964?

    • Down The Hatch

    • Space Pilot

    • Marlin Perkins' Zoo Parade

    • The Comical Game Of Mother Hubbard

    Correct Answer
    A. The Comical Game Of Mother Hubbard
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Comical Game Of Mother Hubbard." This game was issued in 1964 by Cadaco-Ellis.

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  • 8. 

    What is the goal of the 1963 game "4 Alarm"?

    • To Put Out The Fire First

    • To Get The Biggest Fire Truck

    • To Set The Biggest Fire

    • To Put Out The Most Fires

    Correct Answer
    A. To Put Out The Fire First
    Explanation
    The goal of the 1963 game "4 Alarm" is to put out the fire first. This means that the objective of the game is to be the first player to successfully extinguish the fire and win the game.

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  • 9. 

    How many players are suggested for Parker Brothers 1966 game "Avalanche"?

    • Four To Six

    • Two To Six

    • Two To Four

    • Four To Eight

    Correct Answer
    A. Two To Six
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Two To Six". This suggests that the game "Avalanche" can be played with a minimum of two players and a maximum of six players. The game allows for flexibility in the number of participants, accommodating a smaller group as well as a larger group of players.

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  • 10. 

    Who wrote the first video game designed to be played on a television set?

    • Ralph Baer

    • Ralph Sanders

    • Ralph Stevens

    • Ralph Russell

    Correct Answer
    A. Ralph Baer
    Explanation
    Ralph Baer is credited with writing the first video game designed to be played on a television set. He is considered the father of video games and is known for his invention of the Magnavox Odyssey, the first home video game console. Baer's game, called "Table Tennis," was a simple tennis game that could be played on a television screen using a controller. His contributions to the gaming industry laid the foundation for the development of modern video games.

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  • 11. 

    Who bought out the long-lived game company Parker Brothers in 1968?

    • Milton Bradley

    • General Mills

    • Hasbro

    • General Electric

    Correct Answer
    A. General Mills
    Explanation
    In 1968, General Mills bought out the long-lived game company Parker Brothers. This acquisition allowed General Mills to expand its portfolio and enter the gaming industry. General Mills is a multinational food company, known for its popular food brands. By acquiring Parker Brothers, General Mills gained access to a well-established game company and its intellectual property, enabling them to further diversify their business.

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  • 12. 

    Who published the 1963 "Candid Camera Game"?

    • Fairchild Games

    • Transogram

    • Milton Bradley

    • Lowell Toy Mfg.

    Correct Answer
    A. Lowell Toy Mfg.
    Explanation
    Lowell Toy Mfg. is the correct answer because they published the 1963 "Candid Camera Game".

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  • 13. 

    On what day in 1967 was the very first two-player TV game played?

    • May 15th

    • January 3rd

    • December 12th

    • July 17th

    Correct Answer
    A. May 15th
    Explanation
    In 1967, the very first two-player TV game was played on May 15th.

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  • 14. 

    According to the box, who played the 1966 Parker Brothers game "As the World Turns"?

    • The Graham Family

    • The Mouseketeers

    • President Nixon

    • The Hughes Family

    Correct Answer
    A. The Hughes Family
    Explanation
    According to the information provided in the box, it is stated that "As the World Turns" was played by the Hughes Family.

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  • 15. 

    What form of "Tiddlywinks" was patented by the E. S. Lowe Company in 1965?

    • Tiddley Hop

    • Tiddly Croquet

    • Tiddle Tennis

    • Tiddly Cardwinks

    Correct Answer
    A. Tiddly Cardwinks
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Tiddly Cardwinks. In 1965, the E. S. Lowe Company patented the form of "Tiddlywinks" known as Tiddly Cardwinks. This suggests that the company created a version of the game that involved cards in some way, possibly incorporating card-playing elements into the traditional Tiddlywinks gameplay.

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