The Watsons Go To Birmingham 1963
A Treasure Hunt on 1963

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Pleasanton Junior High Library

Introduction | The Questions | Internet Resources

Introduction
Below is a list of questions about the 1960's. Please limit your answer so it fits into the box so you can print it later.

Questions
  1. 1. How many miles is it from Flint, Michigan to
    Birmingham, Alabama?
    2. How many hours does it take to drive?



  2. What causes your tongue to freeze to metal if you touch your tongue to it on a freezing day? (Look for the link on the left hand side of the page.)



  3. 1. What was the #1 song on September 15, 1963?
    2. What was the #1 song on your birthday?



  4. Kenny's favorite song was Yakety Yak. Listen to Yakety Yak sung by Ray Stevens. Do you like this song?



  5. 1. John F. Kennedy became the yougest man ever elected Presdient. How old was he when he was elected?
    2. What question did he ask at his inauguration that has become one of the most famous quotes from any presidential inauguration?



  6. 1. What was the average salary in the 1960's?
    Look at the rest of this website about the 60's. Find one other interesting fact about the 1960's. List is here.





The Internet Resources

The Big Question
What would be the biggest difference from growing up in 1963 compared to today?




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