Question 1

Which 1977 film soundtrack, featuring the Bee Gees, helped ignite the disco craze?

Accepted Answer

Saturday Night Fever. The Saturday Night Fever soundtrack sold over 40 million copies and dominated the Billboard 200 for 24 weeks. The Bee Gees contributed six tracks including "Stayin Alive" and "Night Fever".

Question 2

In which year did The Beatles officially break up?

Accepted Answer

1970. Paul McCartney announced his departure in April 1970 and the breakup was made legal in December. The band had stopped touring in 1966, with Let It Be released in May 1970 as their final album.

Question 3

Which 1973 Pink Floyd album spent over 900 weeks on the Billboard 200?

Accepted Answer

The Dark Side of the Moon. Released in March 1973, the album explored themes of conflict, greed and mental illness. Its iconic prism cover became one of the most recognizable images in rock history.

Question 4

Which Swedish group won the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Waterloo"?

Accepted Answer

ABBA. ABBAs win at Eurovision in Brighton launched them to international stardom. They went on to sell over 380 million records worldwide and inspired the Mamma Mia musical and film.

Question 5

Which Queen song from 1975 famously combined opera, ballad and hard rock in nearly six minutes?

Accepted Answer

Bohemian Rhapsody. Written by Freddie Mercury for the album A Night at the Opera, Bohemian Rhapsody topped the UK chart for nine weeks in 1975 and returned to number one after Mercurys death in 1991.

Question 6

On August 16, 1977, which music legend died at his Graceland home in Memphis?

Accepted Answer

Elvis Presley. Elvis Presley was found unresponsive at his Graceland mansion and was pronounced dead at the age of 42. His death prompted worldwide mourning and a surge of record sales.

Question 7

Which Led Zeppelin track from their untitled 1971 fourth album is often called rocks greatest epic?

Accepted Answer

Stairway to Heaven. The eight-minute Stairway to Heaven was never released as a commercial single but became one of the most played songs on FM radio. Led Zeppelin IV has sold over 37 million copies worldwide.

Question 8

Which exclusive New York City disco, opened in 1977, became famous for its celebrity clientele?

Accepted Answer

Studio 54. Founded by Steve Rubell and Ian Schrager, Studio 54 was the worlds most famous disco. Its tightly controlled door policy and celebrity regulars made it a symbol of the late 70s nightlife scene.

Question 9

In which year was the original "Star Wars" released, later retitled "A New Hope"?

Accepted Answer

1977. George Lucas Star Wars opened on May 25, 1977 and became a cultural phenomenon. It transformed merchandising, special effects and the summer blockbuster, eventually grossing over 775 million dollars.

Question 10

Which 1975 Steven Spielberg film about a great white shark is credited with inventing the summer blockbuster?

Accepted Answer

Jaws. Based on Peter Benchleys novel, Jaws became the first film to gross over 100 million dollars at the US box office. John Williams two-note theme remains one of the most recognized in film history.

Question 11

Who directed the 1972 film "The Godfather" starring Marlon Brando?

Accepted Answer

Francis Ford Coppola. Coppolas adaptation of Mario Puzos novel won three Academy Awards including Best Picture. Brando declined his Best Actor Oscar in protest of Hollywoods treatment of Native Americans.

Question 12

In the 1976 film "Rocky", what is the full name of the Philadelphia boxer played by Sylvester Stallone?

Accepted Answer

Rocky Balboa. Stallone wrote the screenplay in three and a half days and insisted on playing the lead. Rocky won Best Picture at the 1977 Oscars and launched one of cinemas longest-running franchises.

Question 13

In Francis Ford Coppolas 1979 Vietnam War epic "Apocalypse Now", which Joseph Conrad novel inspired the plot?

Accepted Answer

Heart of Darkness. Set during the Vietnam War instead of colonial Africa, the film follows Captain Willard up the Nung River to assassinate Colonel Kurtz. Its troubled production is documented in Hearts of Darkness.

Question 14

Which 1978 musical film starred John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John as Danny and Sandy?

Accepted Answer

Grease. Set at Rydell High in 1958, Grease became the highest-grossing musical of the decade and spawned hits including "Youre the One That I Want" and "Summer Nights". It grossed over 395 million dollars worldwide.

Question 15

In Ridley Scotts 1979 sci-fi horror "Alien", what is the name of the commercial space tug?

Accepted Answer

The Nostromo. Sigourney Weaver played Warrant Officer Ellen Ripley aboard the Nostromo. The famous chestburster scene was filmed with the cast largely unaware of what was about to happen, capturing genuine shock.

Question 16

In which 1973 supernatural horror does a young girl named Regan become possessed by a demon?

Accepted Answer

The Exorcist. Directed by William Friedkin and based on William Peter Blattys novel, The Exorcist became the first horror film nominated for Best Picture. It grossed over 440 million dollars worldwide.

Question 17

Which CBS sitcom, debuting in 1971, centered on the bigoted blue-collar New Yorker Archie Bunker?

Accepted Answer

All in the Family. Created by Norman Lear, All in the Family ran from 1971 to 1979 and was the top-rated US show for five consecutive seasons. It broke ground by tackling racism, politics and social issues directly.

Question 18

Which CBS series set during the Korean War starred Alan Alda as army surgeon Hawkeye Pierce?

Accepted Answer

M*A*S*H. M*A*S*H ran from 1972 to 1983 and was based on the 1970 Robert Altman film. Its 1983 finale was watched by an estimated 105 million US viewers, a record that stood for decades.

Question 19

Which 1974 ABC sitcom set in 1950s Milwaukee made Henry Winklers Fonzie a pop-culture icon?

Accepted Answer

Happy Days. Happy Days ran from 1974 to 1984 and spawned the spin-offs Laverne and Shirley, Mork and Mindy and Joanie Loves Chachi. Fonzies leather jacket is on permanent display at the Smithsonian.

Question 20

In which year did "Saturday Night Live" debut on NBC?

Accepted Answer

1975. Created by Lorne Michaels, SNL premiered on October 11, 1975 with George Carlin as the first host. The original Not Ready for Prime Time Players included Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi and Gilda Radner.

Question 21

Which 1976 ABC crime drama featured three female private investigators working for the unseen Charlie?

Accepted Answer

Charlies Angels. The original cast featured Kate Jackson, Farrah Fawcett and Jaclyn Smith. Farrah Fawcetts feathered-hair poster became one of the best-selling pinups in history with over 12 million copies sold.

Question 22

Which ABC sitcom that debuted in 1969 introduced the world to Mike, Carol and their six children?

Accepted Answer

The Brady Bunch. Although it premiered in 1969, The Brady Bunch ran through 1974 and dominated 70s family TV. Its theme song, blended-family premise and Astroturf backyard remain instantly recognizable.

Question 23

Which 1977 ABC sitcom starred John Ritter as Jack Tripper sharing an apartment with two female roommates?

Accepted Answer

Threes Company. Based on the British series Man About the House, Threes Company ran from 1977 to 1984 and was famous for its physical comedy, misunderstandings and the changing landlords from Mr. Roper to Mr. Furley.

Question 24

Which PBS childrens show, already on the air since 1969, became a 70s staple with Big Bird and Bert and Ernie?

Accepted Answer

Sesame Street. Created by Joan Ganz Cooney and Lloyd Morrisett, Sesame Street pioneered educational television. The show has won more Emmy Awards than any other program in television history.

Question 25

Which 1975 novelty product was a smooth stone sold in a cardboard carrying case as a low-maintenance pet?

Accepted Answer

The Pet Rock. Created by advertising executive Gary Dahl, the Pet Rock sold around 1.5 million units in six months at four dollars each. The bestselling care manual included tips on training and keeping it healthy.

Question 26

Which Atari arcade game, released in 1972, became one of the earliest commercially successful video games?

Accepted Answer

Pong. Designed by Allan Alcorn and released in November 1972, Pong was a simple two-paddle table tennis simulation. Atari released a home version in 1975, helping launch the home video game industry.

Question 27

In 1971, which programmer sent the first email across a network at BBN Technologies?

Accepted Answer

Ray Tomlinson. Tomlinson sent the first ARPANET email in late 1971 and chose the @ symbol to separate the user name from the host. The exact content of the message is forgotten but is often said to have been a test string.

Question 28

In which year did Sony launch the original Walkman portable cassette player?

Accepted Answer

1979. The TPS-L2 Walkman went on sale in Japan on July 1, 1979 for about 150 dollars. Sony co-founder Masaru Ibuka wanted a way to listen to opera on long flights, and it became one of Sonys best-selling products ever.

Question 29

On April 3, 1973, which Motorola engineer made the first public mobile phone call?

Accepted Answer

Martin Cooper. Cooper placed the call on a prototype DynaTAC handset on a New York City street. He famously rang Joel Engel at rival Bell Labs to tell him he was calling from a real handheld mobile phone.

Question 30

Which colorful 3D combination puzzle was invented by a Hungarian architect in 1974?

Accepted Answer

The Rubiks Cube. Erno Rubik created the cube in Budapest in 1974 as a teaching tool to help his students think about three-dimensional geometry. It went global from 1980 and has sold over 450 million units.

Question 31

Which two-piece suit, often in polyester and pastel colors, became a defining 70s fashion item for men?

Accepted Answer

The leisure suit. Worn casually instead of a traditional business suit, the leisure suit peaked in popularity in the mid-1970s. Saturday Night Fever and the rise of disco helped cement its place in 70s fashion history.

Question 32

Which simple yellow symbol with two dots and a curve became a worldwide pop-culture mark in the 1970s?

Accepted Answer

The smiley face. Although designer Harvey Ball drew the original smiley in 1963, it exploded as a pop-culture icon during the early 70s, often paired with the phrase "Have a nice day" on buttons and posters.

Question 33

Which 1972 scandal led to President Richard Nixons resignation in August 1974?

Accepted Answer

Watergate. The scandal began with a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate complex in June 1972. Facing impeachment, Nixon resigned on August 9, 1974, the only US president ever to do so.

Question 34

In which year did the Vietnam War end with the fall of Saigon?

Accepted Answer

1975. Saigon fell to North Vietnamese forces on April 30, 1975, ending nearly two decades of conflict. The chaotic US embassy evacuation became one of the defining images of the decade.

Question 35

Which NASA Apollo mission, launched in December 1972, was the last to land humans on the Moon?

Accepted Answer

Apollo 17. Astronauts Eugene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt explored the Taurus-Littrow valley while Ronald Evans orbited above. No human has returned to the Moon since Cernan stepped off the surface on December 14, 1972.

Question 36

Which baby, born in England in July 1978, became the worlds first born through in vitro fertilization?

Accepted Answer

Louise Brown. Louise Brown was born on July 25, 1978, in Oldham, England, to parents Lesley and John Brown. Her birth was the result of pioneering IVF work by Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards, who won a Nobel Prize in 2010.

Question 37

Which 1979 revolution led to the overthrow of the Shah and the founding of the Islamic Republic of Iran?

Accepted Answer

The Iranian Revolution. Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi was forced into exile in January 1979. Ayatollah Khomeini returned from exile in February and Iran officially became an Islamic Republic in April after a national referendum.

Question 38

In which year did OPEC trigger a global energy crisis with an oil embargo against Western nations?

Accepted Answer

1973. The OPEC embargo began in October 1973 in response to US support for Israel during the Yom Kippur War. Oil prices nearly quadrupled, triggering long gas lines, rationing and a global economic shock.

Question 39

Which 1975 joint mission saw American Apollo and Soviet Soyuz spacecraft dock in orbit?

Accepted Answer

The Apollo-Soyuz Test Project. On July 17, 1975, Apollo and Soyuz spacecraft docked in low Earth orbit. The handshake between Tom Stafford and Alexei Leonov in space was hailed as a symbol of Cold War detente.

Question 40

Which divided European city was still split by a wall throughout the 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Berlin. The Berlin Wall was built by East Germany in 1961 and divided the city through the entire 70s. It would stand until November 9, 1989, when crowds began tearing it down after East German border restrictions were lifted.

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