Remembering the '50s - American Toys

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1. What toy was made popular by Donald F. Duncan? Pogo stick Yo-yo Pickup stick Skittle

2. What was a "Fanner fifty"? Water rocket Bicycle Wagon Cap pistol

3. Future mommies could practice their skills on what doll? Betsy Wetsy Sally Dally Mommie's Angel My Baby Girl

4. "Play-Doh" was non-toxic and less messy than regular modeling clay for young sculptors. For what was it originally designed? Pie crust Wallpaper cleaner Pottery repair Waterproofing

5. Engineers-to-be had several toys available to challenge their talents. Which of the following was not one of them? Lincoln logs Tinker toys Build-o-blocks Erector set

6. During the 1958 hula hoop craze, Wham-O sold 20 million units in the first six months. What was the retail price? $1.98 $.99 $.89 $2.49

7. During the 50s many elementary school students' status symbol was the size of his or her box of crayons. What size was the envy of 1958 youngsters? 64 48 100 50

8. What toy was an indirect result of Japanese aggression? Frisbee Silly putty Cap pistol Water rocket

9. At least two toys popular in the 1950s required what type of fresh produce? Potato Watermelon Cucumber Lemon

10. The 1950s drew to a close with an invention in 1959 by Ruth Handler, who named the product after her daughter. What was her daughter's name? Wendy Susan Dixie Barbara