The 1950s: A Decade of Fun, Excitement, and Individuality!
1950's Music
1. Rock ‘n Roll: Explain the birth of rock 'n' roll in 2-3 sentences. What were the top two singles of the 1950's?
2. Preacher Against Rock 'n Roll: Why is this preacher against rock 'n roll music? Do you think music persuades teenagers to rebel? Why or why not? 3. Opinion: Why do you think Rock 'n Roll music had such and impact?
4. Mr. Sandman: What is your reaction to this music? Is this something you would listen to? Why or why not?
1950's Movies
5. East of Eden: Why do you think this movie was filmed at such weird angles? What is James Dean's character discussing with his father?
6. Rear Window: Rear Window is one of Alfred Hitchcock's most famous films. Describe Grace Kelly's dress from the movie. What do you think happens next?
7. Cinderella: How do you think this movie impacted the popularity of Disney films?
1950's Language
8. Slang: Name and give a definition for two slang terms that you found interesting from the 1950s.
9. Name at least two slang terms that we still use today.
1950's Inventions:
10. Hula Hoop: Where was the idea for the hula hoop born? Why was it so popular in the 1950s?
11. Polio Vaccine: When was the vaccine discovered? Why was this discovery so important?
11. Polio Vaccine: When was the vaccine discovered? Why was this discovery so important?
1950's Economy:
1950's Pop Culture
13. Fads and Fashion:
Name and explain three fads or trends from the 1950s.
