In It to Win It: Board Games

What year did Monopoly first make its way into living rooms?

• 1925

• 1935

• 1945

• 1955

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How much was the global board games market valued at in 2022?

• $10 billion

• $15 billion

• $20 billion

• $25 billion

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What is one reason for the resurgence of board games according to the text?

• Decrease in video game popularity

• Digital fatigue

• Increase in outdoor activities

• Decline in social media usage

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Which game was mentioned as having gained popularity through Kickstarter funding in 2015?

• UNO

• Trouble

• Exploding Kittens

• Codenames

What type of games are gaining popularity among today's board game enthusiasts?

• Classic games like checkers

• Cooperative games like Forbidden Island

• Solo games

• Outdoor games

Who is Mara Veatch?

• A. A high school teacher

• B. A professional athlete

• C. An 8th grader from Phoenix, Arizona

• D. A famous singer

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What is the name of the card game launched by Mara Veatch?

• A. Fantasy Duel

• B. Arcaven's Duel

• C. Card Clash

• D. Duel Masters

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In what year did Mara Veatch launch her card game?

• A. 2020

• B. 2021

• C. 2022

• D. 2023

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How did Mara Veatch initially test the market for her card game?

• A. By selling the decks online

• B. By selling the decks to locals in her hometown

• C. By giving away free samples

• D. By advertising on social media

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What platform did Mara Veatch use for financial backing?

• A. GoFundMe

• B. Indiegogo

• C. Kickstarter

• D. Patreon