1.
What popular game, released in 1966, uses the human body as a playing piece?
Correct Answer
D. Twister
Explanation
Twister is the correct answer because it is a popular game that was released in 1966 and it uses the human body as a playing piece. In Twister, players have to place their hands and feet on different colored circles on a large mat while trying to maintain their balance. The game requires players to twist and contort their bodies in order to reach the different circles, making the human body an integral part of the game.
2.
Wham-O created what high-bouncing ball made from Zectron in the 1960's?
Correct Answer
A. Superball
Explanation
In the 1960s, Wham-O created a high-bouncing ball made from Zectron, which was called the Superball. The Superball became popular due to its unique material and ability to bounce extremely high.
3.
The 1963 issue of Milton Bradley's "The Game of Life" featured what celebrity on its box?
Correct Answer
D. Art Linkletter
Explanation
The correct answer is Art Linkletter. Art Linkletter was a popular television personality in the 1960s, known for hosting the show "House Party" and for his interviews with children on the segment "Kids Say the Darndest Things". As a well-known figure at the time, it makes sense for Milton Bradley to feature him on the box of their game "The Game of Life" to attract potential buyers.
4.
What game company changed its name to Hasbro Industries in 1968?
Correct Answer
D. Hassenfeld Brothers
Explanation
The correct answer is Hassenfeld Brothers. In 1968, the game company Hassenfeld Brothers changed its name to Hasbro Industries.
5.
What two 1960's Milton Bradley games were based on television shows?
Correct Answer
B. Jeopardy, Password
Explanation
The correct answer is Jeopardy, Password. Both Jeopardy and Password were popular game shows in the 1960s, and Milton Bradley created board game versions of these shows. Jeopardy is a quiz show where contestants answer questions in various categories, while Password is a word-guessing game where players give each other clues to guess a secret word.
6.
What Parker Brothers game introduced in the 1960's was based on a card game from France?
Correct Answer
B. Mille Bornes
Explanation
Mille Bornes is the correct answer because it is a Parker Brothers game introduced in the 1960's that is based on a card game from France. The game involves players racing to travel 1,000 miles while overcoming obstacles and using various cards to their advantage.
7.
Which company first produced "Instant Insanity" in the 1960's?
Correct Answer
A. Parker Brothers
Explanation
Parker Brothers is the correct answer because they were the first company to produce "Instant Insanity" in the 1960s. They were known for their production of popular board games during that time period.
8.
Which of these 1960's games required a steady hand to win?
Correct Answer
C. Beat The Buzz
Explanation
Beat The Buzz required a steady hand to win. This game involved using a handheld wand to guide a metal loop along a wire without touching it. The goal was to complete the circuit without setting off a buzzer, which required a steady hand and precise movements.
9.
The object of what 1960's game for children was to build an insect out of the game parts?
Correct Answer
C. Beetle
Explanation
The correct answer is Beetle. In the 1960s game Beetle, the objective was to build an insect using the game parts. This game required players to roll a dice and collect different body parts of a beetle, such as the head, body, legs, and antennae, in order to complete their insect. The first player to successfully build their beetle would be declared the winner.
10.
Which 1965 game allowed players to send other players back to the beginning of the game?
Correct Answer
A. Frustration
Explanation
Frustration is the correct answer because it is a game that allows players to send other players back to the beginning. In Frustration, players move their pieces around the board and can land on spaces that send their opponents back to the starting point. This mechanic adds an element of strategy and competition to the game, as players try to hinder each other's progress and be the first to reach the end.
11.
Which game from 1967 had colored sticks, a plastic tube and marbles as the playing pieces?
Correct Answer
C. Kerplunk
Explanation
Kerplunk is the correct answer because it is a game from 1967 that involves colored sticks, a plastic tube, and marbles as the playing pieces. The objective of the game is to carefully remove the sticks one by one, without letting any marbles fall through the tube. It requires a steady hand and strategic thinking, making it a popular choice for both children and adults.
12.
Which game, based on a TV game show, was introduced in 1962?
Correct Answer
A. Password
Explanation
Password is the correct answer because it is the game that was introduced in 1962 based on a TV game show. The other options, Jeopardy, Family Feud, and Pyramid, were not introduced in 1962.
13.
The object of which 1960's game is to eliminate your opponents by occupying every territory?
Correct Answer
B. Risk
Explanation
Risk is a strategic board game that was popular in the 1960s. The objective of the game is to eliminate your opponents by occupying every territory on the game board. Players take turns deploying their armies and attacking territories controlled by other players. The game involves strategic planning, negotiation, and risk assessment, as players must decide when and where to attack while also defending their own territories. By occupying every territory, a player eliminates their opponents and becomes the sole victor of the game.
14.
Which game, released in 1960, rewards players for recycling their trash and learning CPR?
Correct Answer
D. The Game Of Life
Explanation
The Game of Life is a board game that was released in 1960 and rewards players for recycling their trash and learning CPR. This game is designed to simulate real-life situations and teach players important life skills. It encourages players to make responsible choices, such as recycling, and learn valuable skills like CPR, which can be useful in emergency situations. The game's objective is to navigate through various life stages, making decisions that can impact your financial status and overall well-being.
15.
What 1964 game re-created General Rommel's WWII campaigns in North Africa?
Correct Answer
C. Afrika Korps
Explanation
Afrika Korps is the correct answer because it accurately re-created General Rommel's WWII campaigns in North Africa. Rommel, also known as the Desert Fox, was a prominent German general who led the Afrika Korps in North Africa during World War II. This game allows players to experience and strategize the battles fought by Rommel and his troops in the desert terrain of North Africa. The other options, Men Of Morocco, Tunisian Adventure, and Armies Of Fez, do not specifically refer to Rommel's campaigns or the Afrika Korps.
16.
What 1964 game involved making words from dice with letters on them?
Correct Answer
B. Arena
Explanation
The correct answer is "Arena" because in the game of Arena, players roll dice with letters on them and use those letters to form words.
17.
The 1963 game "Flinch" used what kind of materials?
Correct Answer
A. Cards
Explanation
The correct answer is "Cards" because "Flinch" is a card game that was first published in 1901. The game involves players trying to get rid of their cards by playing them in ascending order onto a central pile. Therefore, it can be inferred that the game "Flinch" used cards as its primary material for gameplay.
18.
In the 1964 game "Probe", which of these was not a card that could be drawn?
Correct Answer
A. Get Out Of Jail Free
Explanation
The correct answer is "Get Out Of Jail Free". This is because "Get Out Of Jail Free" is a card that is commonly associated with the game Monopoly, not Probe. In Probe, the other three options - "If You Have A Blank, Expose It", "Triple Your First Guess Value", and "Take Your Normal Turn" - are valid cards that can be drawn during gameplay.