Toy History

When were the first toys believed to have been made?

• Around 4000 years ago in ancient Egypt

• Around 1000 years ago in ancient Greece

• Around 3000 years ago in ancient China

• Around 2000 years ago in ancient Rome

What material were some of the oldest toys made from?

• Wood, stone, clay, and metal

• Glass

• Plastic

• Rubber

What is the significance of the doll from ancient Egypt?

• The significance of the doll was purely decorative

• Ancient Egyptian dolls were considered bad luck

• Dolls from ancient Egypt were significant due to their use in religious rituals, ceremonies, offerings to deities, and for protection and guidance in the afterlife.

• Dolls from ancient Egypt were used as currency

What are some examples of popular toys from ancient Greece?

• marbles

• spinning tops

• action figures

• yo-yos, dolls, knucklebones

What were some common materials used to make toys in the Middle Ages?

• Wood, clay, cloth

• Metal, plastic, stone

What is a popular toy that originated in China and dates back to the Han Dynasty?

• kite

• silk

• chopsticks

• yo-yo

What are some examples of toys that were popular during the Victorian era?

• Fidget spinners

• Rocking horses, dollhouses, wooden trains, tin soldiers, zoetropes

• Rubber ducks

• Jump ropes

What is the name of the popular toy that was invented in 1959 and is still widely used today?

• Barbie doll

• Etch A Sketch

• Lego blocks

• Slinky

What is the significance of the Easy-Bake Oven in toy history?

• It revolutionized the way children interacted with cooking toys by introducing a safe and easy-to-use method for baking small treats.

• It was the first toy oven ever created

• It was designed for outdoor use only

• It was marketed exclusively to adults

What are some examples of classic toys that are still popular today?

• Etch A Sketch

• Furby

• Cabbage Patch Kids

• Examples of classic toys that are still popular today include LEGO, Barbie dolls, Hot Wheels cars, and Monopoly.