017 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - One Minute History

Kevin Eastman and Peter Ludd created the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, naming them after Renaissance artists. With a small budget, they printed copies and quickly gained success through merchandise and media, including cartoons and movies. The franchise expanded globally, leading to environmental impacts in the UK. Collaborations with Power Rangers and sales to Nickelodeon marked further achievements, with the original sketch fetching a high auction price. The turtles remain beloved worldwide.

Who were the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles named after?

• Famous scientists

• Renaissance artists

• Historical leaders

• Mythical creatures

What was the initial budget used to print the first copies of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

• $500

• $2000

• $1000

• $3000

Which company was involved in selling action figure sets of the Ninja Turtles?

• Mattel

• Hasbro

• Playmates

• Lego

What was the impact of kids in the UK buying turtles as pets?

• Disruption of the ecosystem

• Decrease in turtle sales

• Increased turtle population

• Introduction of new turtle species

How much did Nickelodeon pay to purchase the rights to the Ninja Turtles?

• $75 million

• $60 million

• $45 million

• $30 million