
The 1980s were an interesting time in the United States. It was a decade of economic prosperity, political tension, and technological advances. The decade saw the rise of the personal computer, the launch of the first space shuttle, and the advent of the cellular phone. Many people bought their first VCRs and watched a variety of new videos, including the popular MTV.
The early 1980s saw the rise of new wave music, while the later years were marked by the emergence of hip-hop culture. Popular movies during the decade included Ghostbusters, The Karate Kid, and Back to the Future. The fashion of the decade was heavily influenced by the most popular stars of the time, including Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince, Cyndi Lauper, and many others.
Ever wondered what life was like in the '80s? Other than watching shows that are set in the decade, like Stranger Things and Glow, you can play this quiz for a dose of '80s nostalgia. Travel back 40 years in time and see for yourself what it's like to spend a day in the '80s!
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Rise and shine! You've woken up for the day and it's the 1980s. What are you having for breakfast?

Pancakes
Eggo waffles
Pop-tarts
None of these
Eggs and bacon
Omelette
What drink would you like to have on this fine '80s morning?

Iced tea with lemon
Coffee
None of these
Hot tea
Milk
Orange juice
How about some cereal too?

Donkey Kong Cereal
Pac-Man Cereal
G.I. Joe Action Stars
Gremlins Cereal
Count Chocula Cereal
None of these
What song is playing on the radio?

"Call Me" by Blondie
"Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey
"Take On Me" by A-ha
None of these
"Another One Bites the Dust"
"Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper
You're meeting your friends at the arcade! Pick an outfit style.

Hypercolor
Neon colors
None of these
Zebra print anything
Tie-dye
Grunge
Choose some headwear!

Cap
Fedora
None of these
Bandana
Mini bowler hat
Trucker hat
Pick a top.

Peasant top
Canadian tuxedo
None of these
Spaghetti-strap top
Flannel shirt
Crop top
Next, pick some pants to pair with it.

Bell-bottom pants
None of these
Cargo pants
Board shorts
Ripped jeans
Bike shorts
Alternatively, pick a skirt or a dress.

Bohemian floral skirt
Denim skirt
Tartan skirt
None of these
Leather mini skirt
Slip dress
Grab a jacket, in case you get cold!

Plaid coat
Bomber jacket
Sweater vest
None of these
Denim jacket
Cardigan sweater
Pick an accessory to give your outfit a little spice.

None of these
Wallet chain
Belt
Knee-high socks
Mood ring
Quirky socks
This is the halfway point! It's time to pick some shoes!

Athletic shoes
None of these
Platform heels
Crocs
Timberlands
Wedge sneakers
What arcade game are you playing first?

Pac-Man
Frogger
None of these
Centipede
Donkey Kong
Metal Slug
That was fun! How about another game before lunch?

Pong
Street Fighter
None of these
Asteroids
Space Invaders
Dig Dug
You stop for lunch at a diner. What do you order?

Milkshake
Hamburger
Steak and eggs
Meatloaf
Fried chicken
None of these
You enter a store and decide to buy a toy. What do you get?

Rubik's cube
None of these
Care Bear
My Pet Monster
Cabbage Patch Kids
Masters of the Universe
What movie are you renting from Family Video?

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
The Karate Kid
Die Hard
Lethal Weapon
None of these
The Terminator
How about another?

Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
The Breakfast Club
Ghostbusters
None of these
Back To The Future
The Princess Bride
You get home and turn on the TV. Which of these TV shows is on?

The Dukes of Hazzard
Little House on the Prairie
Star Trek: The Next Generation
Fraggle Rock
None of these
The Benny Hill Show
Pick another show to watch.

Night Court
Mork & Mindy
Cheers
None of these
Charlie's Angels
Knight Rider
Which of these snacks are you having while watching television?

None of these
Pizza Lunchables
Smurfberry Crunch
Jell-O
Kellogg's Pop-Tarts Frosted Chocolate Fudge
Microwave popcorn
It's time to turn in for the night. You take one last look at the poster of a movie star on your wall. Who is it?

Meryl Streep
Michelle Pfeiffer
Eddie Murphy
Tom Cruise
Cher
Alec Baldwin
None of these
Bruce Willis
3 Comments
the best thing they come up with is “Seinfeld”? really. I Guess computers make guesses also.
You got: the Golden Girls!
Thank you for being a friend! You might be old and crotchety, but you won’t let that stop you from living! Known for your witty banter and ~colorful~ comments, you see the world as a glass half empty and you’ll be damned if you let it pass you by without taking a sip!
okay… I am not old and crotchety I’m a teenager
Leave It To Beaver:
You’re a homebody. Family is what matters most to you and they are the people you most enjoy being around.
^ Agreed