1980s trivia

80s trivia questions and answers.

Step back in time to the nostalgia of 1980s trivia – big hair, neon lights, power suits and pop music. This collection of 80s trivia questions and answers will test your knowledge of all things 1980s movies and music hits to major historical events and fashion trends. Let the 80s trivia and nostalgia begin.

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What Nike slogan started in 1988?

JUST DO IT


What was the name of the process by which pumice stones were used to soften garments?

STONE WASHING


What knickname was given to the young actors in the 1980s that included Emelio Estevez and Rob Lowe?

BRAT PACK


Who was the creator of CNN, the first 24 hour news cable channel?

TED TURNER


What company was founded by street performers in Quebec is known for its acrobatics and costumes?

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL


What Candice Burgen character was an investigative journalist for a news show called FYI?

MURPHY BROWN


What 1988 movie about 3 small town waitresses, starring Julia Roberts, was her breakout role?

MYSTIC PIZZA


What US actress famously insured her legs for a million dollars?

BARBARA BACH (Daisy Duke from Dukes of Hazard)


Who were the actors who played three men on babysitting duty in Three Men and a Baby?

STEVE GUTTENBERG, TED DANSON, TOM SELLECK


What type of computer printer required perforated paper with holes along the side?

DOT MATRIX


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How the 1980s changed the world.

The 1980s were a decade of dramatic global shifts and cultural innovation. Politically, the decade was defined by the waning of the Cold War, significantly influenced by the leadership of Soviet Premier Mikhail Gorbachev. His introduction of glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring) aimed to address economic stagnation and political repression within the Soviet Union, fostering a more open dialogue with the West. This period of reform contributed to the easing of Cold War tensions and eventually led to the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, symbolizing the collapse of Communist regimes in Eastern Europe and setting the stage for German reunification. The dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991 marked the end of the Cold War era and a shift towards a new geopolitical landscape.

In popular culture, the 1980s were characterized by the explosion of media and technology, which left an indelible mark on global culture. The launch of MTV in 1981 revolutionized the music industry, making music videos a central component of popular culture and helping artists like Michael Jackson and Madonna become international superstars. The decade also saw the rise of iconic films such as E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Back to the Future, which captured the imagination of audiences worldwide. Additionally, the advent of personal computing, highlighted by the introduction of the IBM PC and Apple’s Macintosh, began to transform daily life and business practices, laying the groundwork for the digital age. The combination of these technological advancements and vibrant cultural trends defined the 1980s as a decade of both significant change and enduring influence.

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