Colorful History Quiz

What is the primary focus of the video introduction?

• The impact of colors on emotions

• The science of color perception

• The association of colors with everyday objects

• The history of color in art

Why were surrender flags historically white?

• White was the cheapest dye available

• White was easy to spot against natural backgrounds

• White symbolized peace

• White was the only color fabric available

What accidental factor led to bubblegum being pink?

• Pink was a color associated with sweetness

• Pink was chosen for its appealing look

• Pink was the only dye available in the factory

• Pink was the most popular color at the time

What was the original color scheme for railway lights?

• Red for stop, blue for go, yellow for slow

• Red for stop, white for go, green for slow

• Red for stop, green for go, yellow for slow

• Red for stop, yellow for go, green for slow

Why did the color of tennis balls change in the 1970s?

• To match the color of the court

• To make them more appealing to players

• To improve visibility on television

• To differentiate from other sports

What inspired the yellow color of pencils?

• The popularity of yellow in art

• The Austro-Hungarian flag

• The influence of Chinese culture

• The color of graphite

Why was green chosen as the color for US currency?

• Green was the most expensive dye

• Green was the color of the US flag

• Green was associated with wealth

• Green ink was difficult to counterfeit

What was the original reason for blue jeans being blue?

• Blue dye was the cheapest available

• Blue was a symbol of the working class

• Blue dye softened the fabric

• Blue was the favorite color of Levi Strauss

What was the initial color association for boys and girls in the early 20th century?

• Blue for boys, pink for girls

• Pink for boys, blue for girls

• Yellow for boys, green for girls

• Red for boys, white for girls

Why did doctors transition from wearing black to white?

• White was more fashionable

• White symbolized purity and cleanliness

• White was easier to produce

• White was the traditional color for uniforms