Changes within living memory: Toys Quiz

What materials were most toys made from in the 1950s?

• Wood and metal

• Plastic and fabric

• Rubber and glass

• Paper and cardboard

Which decade saw the rise of toys made from plastic, like dolls and building blocks?

• 1970s

• 1960s

• 1950s

• 1980s

What type of toys became popular in the 1980s, including figures based on favourite films and television programmes?

• Outdoor toys

• Educational toys

• Battery-powered toys

• Board games

Why have toys changed? Like battery-powered toys and computer games?

• Changes in fashion

• New technology

• Care for the environment

How can we find out more about toys from the past?

• Visiting toy factories

• Asking parents and grandparents in the family

• Reading science fiction books

• Watching cartoons

What did Tracy play with when she was a child in the 1970s?

• Remote-control truck

• Fashion dolls

• Computer games

• Plastic knights

How can you tell if a toy is old or new?

• By looking at what it's made of

• By asking the toy store owner

• By checking the expiry date

• By looking at the price tag

What is the most popular type of toys for children now?

• Wooden toys

• Electronic toys

• Handmade toys

• Vintage toys