The origins of the magic eight ball, from Mary to novelty

The video explores the history and evolution of the Magic 8 Ball, starting with Mary Carter's Psychoslate, a fortune-telling device from the 1940s. Her son Albert was inspired to create a similar device using worded dice in a tube. This invention eventually evolved into the Magic 8 Ball we know today, thanks to a billiards company's promotional needs. The Magic 8 Ball remains a popular toy for fortune-telling, continuing the legacy of Mary Carter's clairvoyant influence.

Who was the real-life clairvoyant that inspired the creation of the Magic 8 Ball?

• Jane Smith

• Mary Carter

• Albert Carter

• John Doe

What was the name of Mary Carter's fortune-telling invention?

• Magic Slate

• Psychoslate

• Mystic Chalkboard

• Fortune Board

What did Albert use inside his fortune-telling device?

• Magic stones

• Tarot cards

• Worded dice

• Crystal balls

What was the name of the company Albert and his partners opened?

• Future Insights

• Mystic Enterprises

• Miracle Home Fortune Teller

• Fortune Co.

Which company helped in the redesign of the Magic 8 Ball?

• A marketing agency

• A psychic firm

• A billiards company

• A toy company