60 Years Of Barbie: How Well Do You Know The Iconic Fashion Doll?

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Barbie is one of the most iconic franchises in the world and over the years the fashion doll has transformed with the times, been a target of criticism, and all the while remained one of the most popular children’s toys in history. Everyone knows Barbie, but how much do you really know about the doll, her history, and where she is today? With 2019 marking 60 years since Barbie’s creation, Mattel and Warner Bros. have signed on Margot Robbie to take on the lead role in their live-action Barbie film, and many can’t wait to see what the movie will bring.

Until then, if you are a major Barbie fan or simply grew up with her as one of your favorite toys, find out how much you know about Barbie with this quiz!

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Which American businesswoman is credited with the creation of Barbie?
Mary Mattel Marjorie Scardino Ruth Handler Colleen Henry
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Ruth Handler is credited for inventing the Barbie doll when Barbie was launched in 1959.
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What company is Barbie sold by?
Mattel, Inc Hasbro Toys Coleco
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Barbie is manufactured by Mattel, Inc.
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What German toy doll inspired Handler to create Barbie?
Cabbage Patch Lacey Miss Mary Bild Lilli
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Handler was inspired by the German Bild Lilli doll. In 1964, Mattel bought Greiner & Hausser's copyright and patent rights for Bild-Lilli.
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What is Barbie's full name?
Barbie Blackwell Her name is simply Barbie Barbara Handler Barbara Millicent Roberts
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Barbie's full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts, named after Ruth Handler's daughter Barbara.
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What is Barbie's signature car?
Pink Jeep Pink Corvette convertible Pink Porsche Pink Van
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Barbie is known for her pink Corvette convertible.
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After Barbie's release in 1959, in what year was her boyfriend Ken introduced?
1961 1992 1979 1965
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Ken was introduced two years later in 1961 and was named after Ruth Handler's son Kenneth.
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In what year did a news release from Mattel reveal that Barbie and Ken had broken up?
2000 1995 2004 2014
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Mattel sent out a news release in 2004 stating Barbie and Ken had broken up.
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Who is Skipper?
Barbie's Brother Barbie's Cousin Barbie's Pet Barbie's Sister
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Skipper is Barbie's sister who was introduced in 1964.
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Who sang the iconic 1997 song "Barbie Girl"?
TLC Ace of Base Aqua Vengaboys
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Aqua released the iconic 1997 song "Barbie Girl."
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Aside from her own film series, what animated film franchise is Barbie known for appearing in?
Finding Nemo Monsters, Inc. Toy Story Despicable Me
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Barbie has a supporting role in the Toy Story franchise.
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Who was the first African-American Barbie doll?
Christie Trudie Kelly Candice
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Mattel launched Christie, Barbie's first African-American friend in 1968.
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Which one of these is NOT one of Barbie's many careers so far?
Vet News Reporter Photographer Social Media Influencer
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There hasn't been a Social Media Influencer Barbie doll released...yet.
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When did Mattel unveil 15 new Ken dolls with new body types, skin tones, and hairstyles?
2015 2010 2002 2017
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In 2017, Mattel launched 15 new Ken dolls with varying shapes and characteristics.
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What was Barbie's very first outfit?
Pink dress Black and white zebra style swimsuit Blue Jeans and White Top Red gown
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The very first Barbie came in blonde or brunette and wore a black and white zebra striped swimsuit.
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What was Barbie's very first "job"?
Teenage Fashion Model Housewife Fashion Designer Nurse
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When Barbie was first released in 1959 she was listed as a Teenage Fashion Model, but quickly expanded her resume.
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