The 1970s - 2 - Answers

Published: Sunday 31st March 2019A free quiz about the history of the 1970s.
  1. At which university based at Milton Keynes did students first enrol in January 1971? Open University.
  2. Who in January 1973 became President of the Philippines for life? Ferdinand Marcos.
  3. Who replaced Harold Wilson as British Prime Minister after his resignation in 1976? James Callaghan.
  4. Released in February 1970 which album by an English band is said to be the first of the Heavy Metal genre? Black Sabbath.
  5. First published in 1974 what was the title of Stephen King's debut novel? Carrie.
  6. Which country hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics? (Sapporo) Japan.
  7. Who did Margaret Thatcher defeat in order to become leader of the Conservative Party in 1975? Ted Heath.
  8. In which year did the first direct elections for the European Parliament take place in the UK? 1979
  9. Who was sworn in as 39th US President in January 1977? Jimmy Carter.
  10. Which Woody Allen movie won the Best Picture Oscar at the 50th Academy Awards in 1978? Annie Hall.
  11. Which English team won the 1979 European Cup, a feat they would repeat the following season? Nottingham Forest.
  12. Who replaced Jon Pertwee in 1974 to become the 4th reincarnation of Dr Who? Tom Baker.
  13. Which movie was withdrawn from British cinemas after a request by its director Stanley Kubrick? A Clockwork Orange.
  14. Which rockstar was found dead in September 1970, 2 weeks after his performance at the Isle of Wight festival? Jimi Hendrix.
  15. Known for his eccentric behaviour, who was the drummer with The Who, who passed away in 1978? Keith Moon.
  16. Which company launched its Video Computer System, one of the most successful consoles in history, in October 1977? Atari.
  17. What building was opened by Queen Elizabeth II on October 20th 1973 after 14 years of construction? Sydney Opera House.
  18. Who officially opened the 1976 Summer Olympics? Queen Elizabeth II.
  19. Which ITV police series starring John Thaw aired for the first time in 1975? The Sweeney.
  20. Who was Education Secretary when free school milk for over sevens was abolished in 1971? Margaret Thatcher.

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