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Quiz about Remembering the 60s  1963 Americana
Quiz about Remembering the 60s  1963 Americana

Remembering the 60s - 1963 Americana Quiz


The U.S. was testing H-bombs in the Nevada desert and the Boeing 727 made it first flight. Martin Luther King told us about his "dream", and America buried its assassinated president.

A multiple-choice quiz by rblayer. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
rblayer
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
198,532
Updated
Jun 18 23
# Qns
10
Difficulty
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Question 1 of 10
1. On January 7, 1963, the U.S. Post Office raised the cost of mailing a letter. What was the new cost of a first class stamp? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Which future U.S. presidential candidate was sworn in as governor of Alabama in January, 1963? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. An overweight housewife from Queens, New York, came up with a program to lose weight. What was the name of the company she incorporated in May, 1963? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which legendary St. Louis Cardinal baseball player retired in 1963? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Although a box office disappointment, the big budget film "Cleopatra" opened in theaters with the beautiful Elizabeth Taylor in the title role. A torrid romance between Elizabeth Taylor and her co-star stirred as much interest as the movie itself. What actor played Marc Antony, and went on to marry Taylor twice? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. On April 10, 1963 the U.S. Navy was conducting sea trials of the most advanced submarine in the world. It failed to surface and was lost. What was the name of the fateful sub? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Which popular country music singer died in a tragic airplane crash on March 5, 1963? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Which celebrity paid a $240,000 ransom for his kidnapped son in December, 1963? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. As the world seemed to become more and more threatening, America's taste in television programming turned more to comedy and variety shows. Only four dramas were in the top 20 rated TV programs on 1963, and even a game show ranked among the top 20. Which one was it? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Still played today by many high school marching bands, what song by The Kingsmen charted at number 6 on "Billboards Top Ten" for the year 1963? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. On January 7, 1963, the U.S. Post Office raised the cost of mailing a letter. What was the new cost of a first class stamp?

Answer: 5 cents

First class postage remained a nickel until 1968 when it went up to a whopping 6 cents! On June 30, 2002 the rate was increased to 37 cents, a mere 925% increase over forty years. Keep in mind that in 1963 the average cost of a new home was $19,300 and a gallon of gasoline was thirty cents.
2. Which future U.S. presidential candidate was sworn in as governor of Alabama in January, 1963?

Answer: George Wallace

One of the most intriguing politicians of the 20th century, George Wallace's 1963 inaugural address spoke of "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever". A boxer at high school and an Alabama Circuit Judge in the 1950s, Wallace became known as "the little fightin' judge".

He was elected governor of Alabama four times, and ran for president in 1964, 1968, 1972 and 1976. While campaigning in Maryland in 1972 he was shot four times in an assassination attempt. He survived, but was paralyzed and confined to a wheelchair.

He died in 1998.
3. An overweight housewife from Queens, New York, came up with a program to lose weight. What was the name of the company she incorporated in May, 1963?

Answer: Weight Watchers

A 214 pound Jean Nidetch discovered that by getting together and sharing stories with a group of overweight friends, they were able to stay on a diet and lose weight. Jean rented 50 chairs and planned the first, unadvertised meeting for May, 1963. 400 people showed up, and Weight Watchers was up and running.

In 1978 Weight Watchers International was sold to H. J. Heinz Company, and as of 2003 boasts over one million members attending 29,000 meetings in 27 countries.
4. Which legendary St. Louis Cardinal baseball player retired in 1963?

Answer: Stan Musial

Unlike many later superstars, Musial played his entire 22 year career with the Cardinals. Between 1941 and 1963 he played in 24 All-Star Games, won 3 Most Valuable Player Awards, and 3 World Series Rings. He was elected to Baseball's Hall of Fame in Cooperstown in 1969.
5. Although a box office disappointment, the big budget film "Cleopatra" opened in theaters with the beautiful Elizabeth Taylor in the title role. A torrid romance between Elizabeth Taylor and her co-star stirred as much interest as the movie itself. What actor played Marc Antony, and went on to marry Taylor twice?

Answer: Richard Burton

Taylor's role as the Queen of Egypt made her the first Hollywood star to receive $1 million for a single film. Her rocky relationship with the Welsh actor, Burton, provided tabloid and movie magazine fodder for many years. Interestingly, it was Stephen Boyd who was originally cast as Marc Antony. Production delays caused Burton to replace Boyd.
6. On April 10, 1963 the U.S. Navy was conducting sea trials of the most advanced submarine in the world. It failed to surface and was lost. What was the name of the fateful sub?

Answer: USS Thresher

The 'state of the art' submarine was submerged 200 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, when signals of "minor difficulties" were received by a surface vessel, the USS Skylark. Garbled messages followed until sonar detected sounds of the Thresher breaking apart. All 129 hands were lost, and President Kennedy ordered U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff.

The investigation following the tragedy led to greater quality control of and safety in America's submarine fleet.
7. Which popular country music singer died in a tragic airplane crash on March 5, 1963?

Answer: Patsy Cline

Patsy Cline was only 30 years old when she died in a plane crash near Camden, Tennessee. Two other country music figures, Hawkshaw Hawkins and Randy Hughes, were also killed. Although her career was brief, Patsy received many honors, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and election to the Country Music Hall of Fame.

In 1993 she was honored with her image on a United States postage stamp. The 1985 film "Sweet Dreams" with Jessica Lange, is based on her life.
8. Which celebrity paid a $240,000 ransom for his kidnapped son in December, 1963?

Answer: Frank Sinatra

On December 8, 1963, Frank Sinatra, Jr. was kidnapped and held for ransom. Even though his famous father offered $1 million for the safe return of his son, the sum actually paid was only $240,000. The amateur kidnappers were arrested and convicted. Because the kidnappers insisted that Sinatra communicate with them only by pay phone, the famous saloon singer carried ten dimes in his pocket.

This became a lifetime habit, and it is rumored that he was buried with ten of dimes when he died in 1998 (amongst other items).
9. As the world seemed to become more and more threatening, America's taste in television programming turned more to comedy and variety shows. Only four dramas were in the top 20 rated TV programs on 1963, and even a game show ranked among the top 20. Which one was it?

Answer: I've Got a Secret

Debuting in 1952 with host Garry Moore, "I've Got a Secret" was a prime time television staple until 1967. Guests would whisper a "secret" into Moore's ear, and a panel would question the guest and attempt to determine the "secret". Steve Allen replaced Moore from 1964-1967, and future game show host, Bill Cullen, was a panellist for the entire fifteen year run of the show.
10. Still played today by many high school marching bands, what song by The Kingsmen charted at number 6 on "Billboards Top Ten" for the year 1963?

Answer: Louie, Louie

Featured in the 1978 movie "Animal House", the song was written in 1956 by R and B singer Richard Berry. The Kingmen's rendition was largely indecipherable, and many people interpreted the lyrics as offensive. Indiana governor Matthew Welsh declared it 'pornographic' in 1964 and requested that it be banned by the Indiana Broadcasters Association.
Source: Author rblayer

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