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90's Trivia

Step back in time and dive into the iconic decade of the 90's with this trivia theme, where you can test your knowledge on the music, movies, TV shows, and pop culture that defined the era.

90's Trivia

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  • Who was the lead vocalist of the iconic 1990s rock band Nirvana? Answer: Kurt Cobain

  • What popular 1990s sitcom featured six friends living in New York City, including characters like Rachel and Ross? Answer: Friends

  • In 1993, what was the name of the first web browser that allowed users to access the World Wide Web? Answer: Mosaic

  • Which 1990s boy band, known for hits like "I Want It That Way," was often referred to as the "Backstreet Boys"? Answer: Backstreet Boys

  • What 1990s Disney animated film tells the story of a young lion named Simba and his journey to become king? Answer: The Lion King

  • Who played the titular character in the 1992 film "Batman Returns"? Answer: Michael Keaton

  • What 1990s toy fad involved small collectible creatures that fit in your hand and came in colorful pokeball-like containers? Answer: Pokémon (specifically, Pokémon cards)

  • In 1996, what video game franchise introduced a character named Lara Croft, known for her adventures as an archaeologist? Answer: Tomb Raider

  • Which American television host and actress became famous for her talk show "The Oprah Winfrey Show" in the 1990s? Answer: Oprah Winfrey

  • What 1994 film, directed by Quentin Tarantino, featured hitmen Vincent Vega and Jules Winnfield? Answer: Pulp Fiction

  • In 1997, who became the first woman to serve as the U.S. Secretary of State? Answer: Madeleine Albright

  • Which British author wrote the "Harry Potter" series, which became a global phenomenon in the 1990s? Answer: J.K. Rowling

  • What 1990s sitcom focused on a high school teacher named Cory Matthews and his group of friends? Answer: Boy Meets World

  • Which 1990s dance craze and hit song by Los del Río involved a specific set of dance moves? Answer: "Macarena"

  • What 1990s film, directed by Steven Spielberg, tells the story of a group of kids searching for pirate treasure? Answer: The Goonies

  • In 1993, which country musician released the album "The Woman in Me," featuring the hit song "Any Man of Mine"? Answer: Shania Twain

  • What 1990s sitcom features a character named Uncle Jesse and his involvement in raising his nieces and nephews? Answer: Full House

  • Which 1990s animated TV show followed the adventures of a group of toddlers, including Tommy Pickles? Answer: Rugrats

  • In 1995, which American rock band released the album "Jagged Little Pill," with hit songs like "You Oughta Know"? Answer: Alanis Morissette

  • What popular 1990s toy consisted of small, colorful, interlocking plastic bricks? Answer: LEGO

  • What 1990s television drama series, created by David Lynch, is known for its surreal and mysterious storyline set in a small town? Answer: Twin Peaks

  • In 1999, which female tennis player won all four Grand Slam singles titles in a single calendar year? Answer: Serena Williams

  • Which 1990s film, directed by Tim Burton, starred Johnny Depp as a peculiar man with scissors for hands? Answer: Edward Scissorhands

  • What 1990s toy craze involved collecting and trading small, colorful creatures called "Beanie Babies"? Answer: Beanie Babies

  • In 1991, which iconic rock band released the album "Nevermind," featuring the hit song "Smells Like Teen Spirit"? Answer: Nirvana

  • Which 1990s video game console, developed by Nintendo, introduced characters like Mario and Donkey Kong? Answer: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES)

  • What 1990s sitcom featured the quirky staff of a Boston bar called Cheers, where "everybody knows your name"? Answer: Cheers

  • In 1999, which film, starring Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne, explored the concept of virtual reality? Answer: The Matrix

  • Who was the lead singer of the band No Doubt, known for hits like "Don't Speak" and "Just a Girl"? Answer: Gwen Stefani

  • What 1990s science fiction TV series, created by Chris Carter, follows FBI agents investigating paranormal cases? Answer: The X-Files

  • In 1993, who became the first African-American woman to win the Nobel Prize for Literature? Answer: Toni Morrison

  • Which 1990s sitcom starred Tim Allen as a family man and host of a home improvement TV show? Answer: Home Improvement

  • What 1999 film, directed by M. Night Shyamalan, features a young boy who can see and communicate with the dead? Answer: The Sixth Sense

  • In 1994, who won the FIFA World Cup, hosted by the United States, defeating Italy in the final? Answer: Brazil

  • Which 1990s boy band, known for hits like "Tearin' Up My Heart" and "Bye Bye Bye," was often referred to as *NSYNC? Answer: *NSYNC

  • What 1990s computer operating system, developed by Microsoft, succeeded Windows 3.1? Answer: Windows 95

  • In 1998, which American cyclist successfully came back from cancer to win his first Tour de France? Answer: Lance Armstrong

  • Which 1990s TV series, created by Darren Star, follows the lives of a group of young adults living in a New York apartment complex? Answer: Melrose Place

  • What 1990s Disney animated film features a young Native American woman named Pocahontas? Answer: Pocahontas

  • In 1992, what animated Disney film features a street-smart genie voiced by Robin Williams? Answer: Aladdin

  • What 1990s video game console, developed by Sony, revolutionized the gaming industry with 3D graphics and CD-ROMs? Answer: Sony PlayStation

  • In 1996, what Olympic gymnast became a household name after winning the gold medal in the women's all-around competition? Answer: Kerri Strug

  • Which 1990s science fiction TV series, created by Gene Roddenberry, is set in the Star Trek universe and follows the crew of a space station? Answer: Star Trek: Deep Space Nine

  • What 1999 film, directed by David Fincher, explores the life of an underground fighter named Tyler Durden? Answer: Fight Club

  • In 1993, which European country became the first to legally recognize same-sex partnerships with registered partnerships? Answer: Denmark

  • What 1997 film, directed by James Cameron, became the highest-grossing movie of all time until it was surpassed by "Avatar" in 2009? Answer: Titanic

  • In 1991, which rock band released the album "Nevermind," featuring iconic tracks like "Smells Like Teen Spirit"? Answer: Nirvana

  • Which 1990s TV series, created by David Lynch, is known for its surreal and mysterious storyline set in a small town? Answer: Twin Peaks

  • What 1994 animated film features a young lion named Simba and his journey to reclaim his rightful place as king? Answer: The Lion King

  • In 1994, who became the first African-American woman to win the Nobel Prize for Literature? Answer: Toni Morrison

  • Which 1990s alternative rock band released the album "Dookie," featuring hits like "Basket Case" and "When I Come Around"? Answer: Green Day

  • What 1998 film, directed by Terrence Malick, tells the story of a World War II soldier's experience in the Pacific? Answer: The Thin Red Line

  • In 1999, what animated film features a young ant named Flik who leads a group of insects in standing up to a group of grasshoppers? Answer: A Bug's Life

  • Which 1990s TV series, created by Chris Carter, follows FBI agents investigating paranormal cases, including extraterrestrial phenomena? Answer: The X-Files

  • What 1990s sitcom starred Tim Allen as a family man and host of a home improvement TV show? Answer: Home Improvement

  • In 1996, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to promote diplomacy in Northern Ireland? Answer: John Hume

  • Which 1990s hip-hop artist released the album "The Marshall Mathers LP," featuring songs like "Stan" and "The Real Slim Shady"? Answer: Eminem

  • What 1990s animated TV show follows the adventures of a group of teenagers with the ability to morph into animals? Answer: Animorphs

  • In 1995, who became the first female Secretary of State in the United States, serving under President Bill Clinton? Answer: Madeleine Albright

  • Which 1990s American athlete, known as "Big Mac," broke the single-season home run record with 70 home runs in 1998? Answer: Mark McGwire

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