80s Trivia Quiz Questions and Answers

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How well do you know everything about this decade? Test your knowledge in our 80s Trivia Quiz!

The eighties is commonly known for being the era of big hair, bold fashion statements, and iconic music. 

It was also a time of significant cultural shifts, technological advancements, and political upheavals that continue to influence society today.

From the music and movies that defined the era to the political events that shaped the world, this 80s quiz will challenge your memory and transport you back in time to one of the most colorful and dynamic decades in modern history.

This huge decades trivia quiz, has six rounds with five questions in each, totaling 30 points.

We’ve also thrown in some interesting facts in between the questions you can use to share with your friends.

Plu,s we’ve provided answers to this 80s trivia questions and answers multiple choice quiz at the end for you to check how well you did.

For instructions on how to use our 80s decade quiz, simply scroll to the bottom of this guide- feel free to use this quiz to build your own.

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Free 80s Trivia Quiz Questions

80s General Knowledge Quiz Questions Round

Let’s kick off this 80s quiz questions with some general knowledge about the era. 

We’re talking about everything from politics and fashion to the most major happenings of the time.

1. Which of the following U.S. Presidents did not hold office during the 1980s?

• Ronald Reagan

• Gerald Ford

• Jimmy Carter

• George Bush

2. In what year did the royal wedding of Lady Diana and Prince Charles take place?

• 1981

• 1980

• 1982

• 1983

3. What is the name of the US-based volcano that erupted in 1989?

• Mount Vesuvius

• Mount Rainier

• Mount Shasta

• Mount Saint Helens

4. In 1986, the US experienced a tragedy as this space shuttle exploded during launch.

• Challenger

• Enterprise

• Columbia

• Atlantis

5. This style of pants became synonymous with the 80s thanks to performers like MC Hammer.

• Skinny Jeans

• Bicycle Shorts

• Parachute Pants

• Ripped Jeans

80s Pop Culture Quiz Questions Round

Get ready to flex your knowledge and see if you’re a true child of the eighties, in the following 80s pop culture trivia questions.

This round will be about Game Boys, iconic slogans, and must-have objects from that time.

1. The Game Boy was released in 1989 by which video game giant?

• Sega

• Atari

• Nintendo

• Konami

2. In 1982, Sony released which piece of technology was meant to replace cassette players?

• Walkman

• Compact Disk Players

• iPod

• 8-Track Players

3. What doll brand dominated the market between 1983-1986, allowing kids to adopt their doll with an official certificate?

• Cabbage Patch Kids

• My Little Pony

• Barbie

• American Girl Dolls

4. In 1988, Nike launched which famous advertising slogan?

• Fear Less

• Just Do It

• Finish Fast

• Make it Count

5. Disneyland built its first park outside of the US in 1983. Where was this park built?

• Paris

• Shanghai

• Tokyo

• Hong Kong

80s TV Quiz Questions Round

Do you consider yourself a pro at retro TV shows from the totally rad eighties? 

Because it’s time to put your knowledge to the test in this round of our 1980s quiz questions.

1. What is the name of the animated villain from the 80’s hit show He-Man, Master of the Universe?

• Skeltron

• Skeletor

• Skelly

• Skelton the Scary

2. General Lee was the name of the iconic car in this 1980s hit series.

• Dukes of Hazzard

• Knight Rider

• MASH

• Matlock

3. What was the famous phrase of iconic nightly news anchor Walter Cronkite?

• “And that’s the news”

• “And that’s the way it is.”

• “Sleep Well and Prosper”

• “You heard it hear, tonight.”

4. Before her iconic role in Friends, this young actress played Alex Keaton’s girlfriend on Family Ties.

• Courteney Cox

• Jennifer Aniston

• Lisa Kudrow

• Christina Applegate

5. What channel debuted in 1981, changing the music industry forever?

• VH1

• Billboard Countdown

• MTV

• Fox Music

80s Music Quiz Questions Round

Let’s put your knowledge of the decade’s biggest hits to the test with these 80s music trivia questions.

From iconic artists to chart-topping songs, see how well you remember the tunes that dominated the airwaves. 

1. Which of Michael Jackson’s albums released in the 80s sold the most copies?

• Thriller

• Bad

• Moonwalker

• Music and Me

2. Never Gonna Give you up is the name of the 1987 hit by which singer?

• Robert Palmer

• Boy George

• Rick Astley

• David Bowie

3. George Michael debuted his first solo album in 1987. What was the name of his first solo album?

• Make it Big

• Listen Without Prejudice

• Older

• Faith

4. What two artists collaborated on the 1981 hit Under Pressure?

• Queen and George Michael

• David Bowie and WHAM!

• Queen and David Bowie

• WHAM! And George Michael

5. Which 80’s hip hop icon made the Kangol bucket hat popular?

• Rev Run

• Rakim

• Grandmaster Flash

• L.L. Cool J

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80s Movies Quiz Questions Round

Get ready to hop on a nostalgia train and bring out the popcorn because we’re about to take a trip down memory lane to the movies that owned the 80s! 

With storylines that captured the hearts of moviegoers around the world, these films left an indelible mark on cinema history.

1. Jeff Bridges starred in which sci-fi Disney movie set in the digital world released in 1982?

• Return of the Jedi

• Tron

• Flight of the Navigator

• Dragonslayer

2. Which actor debuted as James Bond in the 1987 film The Living Daylights?

• Timothy Dalton

• Sean Connery

• Roger Moore

• Pierce Brosnan

3. Patrick Swayze played Johnny Castle in which iconic 80’s movie?

• Roadhouse

• Die Hard

• Dragonslayer

• Dirty Dancing

4. Jeff Spicoli is the lovable stoner, played by Sean Penn, in which coming-of-age film released in 1982?

• Fast Times at Ridgemont High

• The Breakfast Club

• Pretty in Pink

• Sixteen Candles

5. What is the name of ET’s favorite candy in the top-grossing film E.T. released in 1982?

• M&Ms

• Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

• Mars Bars

• Reese’s Pieces

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80s Sports Quiz Questions Round

Step right up and get ready to test your sports knowledge, 80s style!

Our 80s sports trivia round will challenge you with questions about the biggest names, moments, and records during that time.

1. Which NFL team won the most Super Bowls during the decade?

• Pittsburgh Steelers

• Philadelphia Eagles

• San Francisco 49ers

• Denver Broncos 

2. Which of the following hockey players led the NHL in scoring for the 1980s?

• Wayne Gretzky

• Mark Messier

• Peter Stastny

• Steve Yzerman

3. Which MLB slugger hit the most home runs between the years 1980 and 1989?

• Andre Dawson

• Mike Schmidt

• Eddie Murray

• Darryl Strawberry

4. In which city were the 1984 Olympics held?

• Seoul

• Moscow

• Atlanta

• Los Angeles

5. Which team dominated the NBA in the 80s visiting the finals 8 times and winning 5 championships?

• Boston Celtics

• Chicago Bulls

• Portland Trail Blazers

• Los Angeles Lakers

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80s Trivia Quiz Answers

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80s General Knowledge Quiz Answers

1. Which of the following U.S. Presidents did not hold office during the 1980s?

• Ronald Reagan

• Gerald Ford

• Jimmy Carter

• George Bush

2. In what year did the royal wedding of Lady Diana and Prince Charles take place?

• 1981

• 1980

• 1982

• 1983

3. What is the name of the US-based volcano that erupted in 1989?

• Mount Vesuvius

• Mount Rainier

• Mount Shasta

• Mount Saint Helens

4. In 1986, the US experienced a tragedy as this space shuttle exploded during launch.

• Challenger

• Enterprise

• Columbia

• Atlantis

5. This style of pants became synonymous with the 80s thanks to performers like MC Hammer.

• Skinny Jeans

• Bicycle Shorts

• Parachute Pants

• Ripped Jeans

1980s Trivia: Parachute pants were also known as fight pants.

However, Stanley Kirk Burrell aka MC Hammer, demanded that the style of trousers were named MC Hammer Pants!

80s Pop Culture Quiz Answers

1. The Game Boy was released in 1989 by which video game giant?

• Sega

• Atari

• Nintendo

• Konami

2. In 1982, Sony released which piece of technology was meant to replace cassette players?

• Walkman

• Compact Disk Players

• iPod

• 8-Track Players

1980s Trivia: The first Sony CD player was released in 1982 and cost $1,000.

3. What doll brand dominated the market between 1983-1986, allowing kids to adopt their doll with an official certificate?

• Cabbage Patch Kids

• My Little Pony

• Barbie

• American Girl Dolls

4. In 1988, Nike Launched which famous advertising slogan?

• Fear Less

• Just Do It

• Finish Fast

• Make it Count

5. Disneyland built its first park outside of the US in 1983. Where was this park built?

• Paris

• Shanghai

• Tokyo

• Hong Kong

80s TV Quiz Answers

1. What is the name of the animated villain from the 80’s hit show He-Man, Master of the Universe?

• Skeltron

• Skeletor

• Skelly

• Skelton the Scary

2. General Lee was the name of the iconic car in this 1980s hit series.

• Dukes of Hazzard

• Knight Rider

• MASH

• Matlock

3. What was the famous phrase of iconic nightly news anchor Walter Cronkite?

• “ And that’s the news”

• “And that’s the way it is.”

• “Sleep Well and Prosper”

• “You heard it hear, tonight.”

4. Before her iconic role in Friends, this young actress played Alex Keaton’s girlfriend on Family Ties.

• Courteney Cox

• Jennifer Aniston

• Lisa Kudrow

• Christina Applegate

5. What channel debuted in 1981, changing the music industry forever?

• VH1

• Billboard Countdown

• MTV

• Fox Music

80s Music Quiz Answers

1. Which of Michael Jackson’s Albums released in the 80s sold the most copies?

• Thriller

• Bad

• Moonwalker

• Music and Me

1980s Trivia: Thriller is not only Michael Jackson’s best-selling album, but it is the best-selling album of all time.

2. Never Gonna Give you up is the name of the 1987 hit by which singer?

• Robert Palmer

• Boy George

• Rick Astley

• David Bowie

3. George Michael debuted his first solo album in 1987. What was the name of his first solo album?

• Make it Big

• Listen Without Prejudice

• Older

• Faith

4. What two artists collaborated on the 1981 hit Under Pressure?

• Queen and George Michael

• David Bowie and WHAM!

• Queen and David Bowie

• WHAM! And George Michael

5. Which 80’s hip hop icon made the Kangol bucket hat popular?

• Rev Run

•  Rakim

• Grandmaster Flash

• L.L. Cool J

Try our fun 60s Music Quiz, 70s Song Quiz, 80s Music Quiz, 90s Music Quiz or 2000s Music Quiz.

80s Movies Quiz Answers

1. Jeff Bridges starred in which sci-fi Disney movie set in the digital world released in 1982?

• Return of the Jedi

• Tron

• Flight of the Navigator

• Dragonslayer

2. Which actor debuted as James Bond in the 1987 film The Living Daylights?

• Timothy Dalton

• Sean Connery

• Roger Moore

• Pierce Brosnan

3. Patrick Swayze played Johnny Castle in which iconic 80’s movie?

• Roadhouse

• Die Hard

• Dragonslayer

• Dirty Dancing

4. Jeff Spicoli is the lovable stoner, played by Sean Penn, in which coming-of-age film released in 1982?

• Fast Times at Ridgemont High

• The Breakfast Club

• Pretty in Pink

• Sixteen Candles

5. What is the name of ET’s favorite candy in the top-grossing film E.T. released in 1982?

• M&Ms

• Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

• Mars Bars

• Reese’s Pieces

You may also like our 80s Movie Trivia Quiz and 90s Movie Trivia Quiz. 

80s Sports Quiz Answers

1. Which NFL team won the most Super Bowls during the decade?

• Pittsburgh Steelers

• Philadelphia Eagles

• San Francisco 49ers

• Denver Broncos 

1980s Trivia: The San Francisco 49ers won three Super Bowls in 1982, 1985, and 1989. 

2. Which of the following hockey players led the NHL in scoring for the 1980s?

• Wayne Gretzky

• Mark Messier

• Peter Stastny

• Steve Yzerman

3. Which MLB slugger hit the most home runs between the years 1980 and 1989?

• Andre Dawson

• Mike Schmidt

• Eddie Murray

• Darryl Strawberry

4. In which city were the 1984 Olympics held?

• Seoul

• Moscow

• Atlanta

• Los Angeles

5. Which team dominated the NBA in the 80s visiting the finals 8 times and winning 5 championships?

• Boston Celtics

• Chicago Bulls

• Portland Trail Blazers

• Los Angeles Lakers

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