7-Eleven History Quiz

What was the original business of the Southland Ice Company before it became 7-Eleven?

• Selling groceries

• Selling gasoline

• Selling clothing

• Selling ice blocks

What accidental discovery led to the success of the Southland Ice Company's business?

• The invention of the Slurpee drink

• Selling milk, eggs, and bread alongside ice blocks

• The introduction of 24/7 store hours

• Selling totem poles from Alaska

Why did the Southland Ice Company change its brand name from Totem to 7-Eleven?

• To represent the 7 original founders of the company

• To honor the 7 indigenous tribes in Alaska

• To signify the store's operating hours from 7am to 11pm

• To reflect the company's expansion to 7 countries

What was the accidental development related to the Slurpee soft drink?

• It was invented by a chain of ice cream shops

• It was discovered by a customer at a 7-Eleven store

• It was created by a competitor of 7-Eleven

• It was a failed experiment by the Southland Ice Company

What is the current ownership status of 7-Eleven?

• 100% owned by the Thompson family

• 70% owned by a Japanese retailer

• 50% owned by a Canadian financier

• 30% owned by a Chinese conglomerate

In which decade did 7-Eleven adopt a franchising system for its stores?

• 1970s

• 1930s

• 1990s

• 1950s

What was the reason behind 7-Eleven's bankruptcy filing in 1990?

• Hostile takeover by a Canadian financier

• Toxic debt from a failed recovery strategy

• Global economic recession

• Lawsuits from former employees

How many countries does 7-Eleven currently have a presence in?

• 10

• 20

• 40

• 30

In which countries is 7-Eleven treated as a luxury brand?

• Mexico and Brazil

• Australia and New Zealand

• Thailand and China

• United States and Canada

What type of locations are 7-Eleven stores mostly found in upscale areas of town?

• Residential areas

• Industrial areas

• Tourist areas

• Commercial areas