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SONIC : America's Drive-In Trivia Quiz

SONIC is the largest chain of drive-in restaurants in America. As you take this quiz, you will learn what makes SONIC such a popular place to eat.

A multiple-choice quiz by jbooker8. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
jbooker8

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
341,743

Updated
Sep 29 23

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
866

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Question 1 of 10

1. Who founded the fast food chain SONIC? Hint

Troy N. Smith Sr

Ronnie Brewer

Tom Banks

Douglas P. Smith

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Question 2 of 10

2. What was the original name of SONIC? Hint

Eat-N-Go

Top Hat

Speed Eater

The Lunch Bucket

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Question 3 of 10

3. What slogan did SONIC use from its very inception (even before it became SONIC)? Hint

"Sonic Boom"

"Eat And Greet"

"Food On The Run"

"Service at the Speed of Sound"

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Question 4 of 10

4. Unlike most fast food chains, SONIC was a drive-in. On most occasions, the carhops wore what when delivering your order? Hint

Tuxedo

Rollerskates

Clown Costumes

Leather Jackets

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Question 5 of 10

5. A tradition that Troy Smith started, anytime you purchase a drink, dessert, or meal you receive a free gift. What is this free gift? Hint

A Slush

A Mint

A Sundae

A Small Fry

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Question 6 of 10

6. What are some items you would find on a SONIC menu? Hint

Big Mac, McChicken, and McRib Sandwich

Baconator, Jr. Bacon Deluxe, and Frosty

BK Stacker, Whopper, and Tendergrill Chicken Sandwich

Chili Cheese Coney, Chicken Club Toaster Sandwich, and Limeade

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Question 7 of 10

7. Do some SONIC locations have a outdoor playgrounds, batting cages, volleyball courts, and outdoor eating areas?

Yes

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Question 8 of 10

8. What state are SONIC's headquarters located in? Hint

Oklahoma

Arizona

New Mexico

Georgia

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Question 9 of 10

9. What racing organization has SONIC been a sponsor for? Hint

Champ

NHRA

NASCAR

IRL

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Question 10 of 10

10. Since SONIC's existence, throughout the entire 20th century, all SONIC locations were located in what country or countries? Hint

USA and France

USA only

USA and Russia

USA and Brazil

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Who founded the fast food chain SONIC?

Answer: Troy N. Smith Sr

Smith started the company in 1953. SONIC had over 3,500 locations through out the nation by the time Mr. Smith passed away in 2009. Some credit a man named Charles Pappe for founding SONIC as well, but Smith's lone idea started the company. It wasn't until 1956 that they partnered up to build the first franchise in Oklahoma in 1958.

2. What was the original name of SONIC?

Answer: Top Hat

When Smith and Pappe learnt that the Top Hat name was trademarked, in 1959 they changed the name to Sonic. Since Top Hat's slogan was a much better match for the new name, it seemed to be a good fit.

3. What slogan did SONIC use from its very inception (even before it became SONIC)?

Answer: "Service at the Speed of Sound"

Top Hat's slogan was "Service at the Speed of Sound". Intercom systems, carhops, and fast service all contribute in making the slogan come to life.

4. Unlike most fast food chains, SONIC was a drive-in. On most occasions, the carhops wore what when delivering your order?

Answer: Rollerskates

Since the customer ordered by speaker, the use of rollerskates made it very convenient and fast to serve the customers who waited inside their vehicles.

5. A tradition that Troy Smith started, anytime you purchase a drink, dessert, or meal you receive a free gift. What is this free gift?

Answer: A Mint

This was a tradition started by Troy Smith Sr. to remind his customers that they were worth a free mint.

6. What are some items you would find on a SONIC menu?

Answer: Chili Cheese Coney, Chicken Club Toaster Sandwich, and Limeade

The other three choices are on the menu's of McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's. Sonic serves their entire menu any time of day. You want a burger for breakfast or sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit for dinner - no problem at SONIC.

7. Do some SONIC locations have a outdoor playgrounds, batting cages, volleyball courts, and outdoor eating areas?

Answer: Yes

Not all locations have these attractions, but most have at least one. The idea is to give teenagers and adults the chance to have a little more fun unlike the normal kids' areas at other fast food places where they are too big.

8. What state are SONIC's headquarters located in?

Answer: Oklahoma

Headquarters are located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Founder Troy Smith's hometown was Seminole, OK, so Oklahoma is where SONIC started and still is today.

9. What racing organization has SONIC been a sponsor for?

Answer: NASCAR

SONIC sponsored NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick in 2002. SONIC also had sponsorship with driver Dale Earnhardt, but when he died Harvick took his place.

10. Since SONIC's existence, throughout the entire 20th century, all SONIC locations were located in what country or countries?

Answer: USA only

SONIC has remained in the United States since it was founded.

Source: Author jbooker8

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