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What Happened In 1929? |
Table of Contents 1929 Pop Culture, History, and Defining Moments1929 was a pivotal chapter in history, marking the close of the Roaring Twenties and the start of dramatic global changes. Known for its stark contrasts, 1929 saw remarkable achievements in culture and technology as well as the beginnings of economic turmoil that would shape the decade to come. From iconic films and music to landmark historical events, the year offered a mix of optimism, innovation, and challenges. In entertainment, 1929 was a groundbreaking year for cinema as Hollywood fully embraced the era of “talkies,” with sound revolutionizing the film industry. Audiences flocked to theaters to see stars of the silver screen in new, immersive experiences. Meanwhile, music continued to thrive with the rise of jazz and big band sounds, as legendary artists captivated listeners with timeless melodies. Beyond the arts, 1929 saw significant advancements in aviation, science, and technology. These innovations brought the world closer together and reflected the bold spirit of the times. Yet, it was also a year that witnessed the stock market crash, which signaled the end of the economic boom in the 1920s and the onset of the Great Depression. Globally, cultural shifts and political events hinted at the changes shaping the coming decades. Ready to put your knowledge to the test? Take our 1929 trivia quiz and explore the moments that defined this extraordinary year. From pop culture highlights to historical milestones, see how well you know the events that shaped this fascinating period! 29 Trivia Questions for 1929 History(answers) 1. What happened on October 28, 1929? 2. What was the Biggest Number One Song of 1929? 3. What famous New York museum opened on November 7, 1929? 4. In 1929, what was the average life expectancy in the United States? 5. What was the highest-grossing movie of 1929? 6. What was the average household income in 1929? 7. What was the name of the Marx Brothers’ first movie? 8. How many people lived in the United States in 1929? 9. What mass-produced products made from celluloid were first produced by Sam Foster and sold in Atlantic City, New Jersey? 10. What famous ‘Sailor Man’ comic strip and cartoon character debuted on January 17, 1929? 11. What was the Bestselling Fiction Book in 1929? 12. In 1929, Clarence Birdseye introduced “flash freezing” to the American public. What did he make by flash-freezing? 13. What well-known Mexican artists were married on August 29, 1929? 14. Animators of Koko the Clown, Betty Boop, Popeye the Sailor, and Superman, what studio was Disney’s biggest rival from the 1920s through the 1930s? 15. How much did a Loaf of Bread cost in 1929? 16. Author J.M. Barrie donated the copyrights of what character to the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London in perpetuity? 17. Who was the President of the United States in 1929? 18. What is the Convention relative to the Treatment of Prisoners of War, signed on July 27, 1929, known as? 19. Who won the Stanley Cup in 1929? 20. What major league baseball player was the first to hit 500 home runs in his career? 21. Name the film that won the “Best Picture” of 1927/28 at the first Academy Awards? 22. According to former British Prime Minister David Lloyd George, what organization was in danger of failure because it was run by’ flapdoodlers’? 23. One of the world’s most important and prestigious automobile races began in 1929. What is it? 24. How much did an average Ford Model A cost in 1929? 25. How much did a gallon of gas cost in 1929? 26. What famous event occurred on February 14, 1929, in Chicago’s north side? 27. What company used the slogan: “The pause that refreshes”? 28. Who won the 1929 World Series? 29. A newspaper comic strip adaptation of what Edgar Rice Burroughs character was first published on January 7, 1929? Trivia Team Bonus Questions: 1. What property was established via the Lateran Treaty, answering “The Roman Question”? 2. What Horse won the Kentucky Derby in 1929? 3.ย Unaccustomed As We Areย was the first sound comedy short film starring what comedy duo, released on May 4, 1929? 4. What leading Marxist Soviet politician was exiled from the U.S.S.R. by Joseph Stalin? 5. Who was the Pope in 1929? 6. What fictional character is a reporter and adventurer who travels around the world with his dog Snowy? 7. Who was the Time Magazine Man of the Year in 1929? 8. Who was the American Vice-President in 1929? 9. Before the Wall Street Crash, what number did the Dow Jones Industrial Average peak at? 10. What famous office got its own telephone in 1929? |
29 Trivia Answers for 1929 History1. What happened on October 28, 1929? 2. What was the Biggest Number One Song of 1929? 3. What famous New York museum opened on November 7, 1929? 4. In 1929, what was the average life expectancy in the United States? 5. What was the highest-grossing movie of 1929? 6. What was the average household income in 1929? 7. What was the name of the Marx Brothers’ first movie? 8. How many people lived in the United States in 1929? 9. What mass-produced products made from celluloid were first produced by Sam Foster and sold in Atlantic City, New Jersey? 10. What famous ‘Sailor Man’ comic strip and cartoon character debuted on January 17, 1929? 11. What was the Bestselling Fiction Book in 1929? 12. In 1929, Clarence Birdseye introduced “flash freezing” to the American public. What did he make by flash-freezing? 13. What well-known Mexican artists were married on August 29, 1929? 14. Animators of Koko the Clown, Betty Boop, Popeye the Sailor, and Superman, what studio was Disney’s biggest rival from the 1920s through the 1930s? 15. How much did a Loaf of Bread cost in 1929? 16. Author J.M. Barrie donated the copyrights of what character to the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London in perpetuity? 17. Who was the President of the United States in 1929? 18. What is the Convention relative to the Treatment of Prisoners of War, signed on July 27, 1929, known as? 19. Who won the Stanley Cup in 1929? 20. What major league baseball player was the first to hit 500 home runs in his career? 21. Name the film that won the “Best Picture” of 1927/28 at the first Academy Awards? 22. According to former British Prime Minister David Lloyd George, what organization was in danger of failure because it was run by’ flapdoodlers’? 23. One of the world’s most important and prestigious automobile races began in 1929. What is it? 24. How much did an average Ford Model A cost in 1929? 25. How much did a gallon of gas cost in 1929? 26. What famous event occurred on February 14, 1929, in Chicago’s north side? 27. What company used the slogan: “The pause that refreshes”? 28. Who won the 1929 World Series? 29. A newspaper comic strip adaptation of what Edgar Rice Burroughs character was first published on January 7, 1929? Trivia Team Bonus Questions: 1. What property was established via the Lateran Treaty, answering “The Roman Question”? 2. What Horse won the Kentucky Derby in 1929? 3.ย Unaccustomed As We Areย was the first sound comedy short film starring what comedy duo, released on May 4, 1929? 4. What leading Marxist Soviet politician was exiled from the U.S.S.R. by Joseph Stalin? 5. Who was the Pope in 1929? 6. What fictional character is a reporter and adventurer who travels around the world with his dog Snowy? 7. Who was the Time Magazine Man of the Year in 1929? 8. Who was the American Vice-President in 1929? 9. Before the Wall Street Crash, what number did the Dow Jones Industrial Average peak at? 10. What famous office got its own telephone in 1929? |
