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350 90s Trivia Questions with Answers

Are you ready to take a nostalgic trip back to the vibrant and eclectic 1990s?

Whether you’re prepping for a trivia night, hosting a themed party, challenging yourself, or just looking to reminisce about one of the most influential decades, this ultimate guide has you covered.

Music

Pop and Rock

  1. Which band released the album “Nevermind” in 1991?
    • Nirvana
  2. Who had a hit with the song “Baby One More Time” in 1998?
    • Britney Spears
  3. What was the name of the debut single by Mariah Carey in 1990?
    • “Vision of Love”
  4. Which British band is known for the song “Wonderwall”?
    • Oasis
  5. Who sang “I Will Always Love You” for the movie The Bodyguard?
    • Whitney Houston
  6. Which duo released the hit “Wannabe” in 1996?
    • Spice Girls
  7. What was the name of Tupac Shakur’s debut album released in 1991?
    • 2Pacalypse Now
  8. Which artist released the album “Jagged Little Pill” in 1995?
    • Alanis Morissette
  9. “Enter Sandman” is a famous song by which metal band?
    • Metallica
  10. Which singer performed “My Heart Will Go On” from Titanic?
    • Celine Dion
  11. What was the debut album of the band Radiohead released in 1993?
    • Pablo Honey
  12. Which hip-hop group released “Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)” in 1993?
    • Wu-Tang Clan
  13. Who is the lead vocalist of the band No Doubt?
    • Gwen Stefani
  14. Which song by the Backstreet Boys begins with “Oh, I want you”?
    • “I Want It That Way”
  15. Which female artist had a hit with “Vogue” in 1990?
    • Madonna
  16. What was the name of the debut album by Pearl Jam released in 1991?
    • Ten
  17. Which band is known for the song “Smells Like Teen Spirit”?
    • Nirvana
  18. Who released the album “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” in 1998?
    • Lauryn Hill
  19. “No Scrubs” is a hit song by which female R&B group?
    • TLC
  20. Which band released “Under the Bridge” in 1992?
    • Red Hot Chili Peppers
  21. Who is the artist behind the 1997 song “Tubthumping”?
    • Chumbawamba
  22. Which pop star sang “Genie in a Bottle”?
    • Christina Aguilera
  23. What was the name of Beck’s breakthrough album in 1994?
    • Mellow Gold
  24. Which band released “Semi-Charmed Life” in 1997?
    • Third Eye Blind
  25. Who performed “Killing Me Softly” in the 90s?
    • The Fugees
  26. Which artist is known for the album “Dangerously in Love” released in 1997?
    • Beyoncé
  27. “Creep” is a song by which British band?
    • Radiohead
  28. Which group released the song “MMMBop” in 1997?
    • Hanson
  29. Who had a hit with “Ice Ice Baby” in 1990?
    • Vanilla Ice
  30. Which rock band is fronted by Eddie Vedder?
    • Pearl Jam
  31. What is the name of the debut album by Lauryn Hill?
    • The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
  32. Which artist released the song “Ironic” in 1996?
    • Alanis Morissette
  33. “Zombie” is a song by which alternative rock band?
    • The Cranberries
  34. Who is the lead singer of the band Foo Fighters?
    • Dave Grohl
  35. Which rapper released the album “The Chronic” in 1992?
    • Dr. Dre
  36. What was the first single from Britney Spears’ debut album?
    • “…Baby One More Time”
  37. Which 90s band is known for the hit “Wonderwall”?
    • Oasis
  38. Who performed the song “Fantasy” released in 1995?
    • Mariah Carey
  39. Which female artist had a hit with “You Oughta Know”?
    • Alanis Morissette
  40. What is the name of the band that released “Losing My Religion”?
    • R.E.M.
90s Trivia Questions

Movies

Iconic Films and Stars

  1. Which movie won the Best Picture Oscar in 1994 featuring Tom Hanks?
    • Forrest Gump
  2. Who played the character Jack Dawson in Titanic?
    • Leonardo DiCaprio
  3. What is the name of the wizarding school in Harry Potter films released in the 90s?
    • Hogwarts
      (Note: First Harry Potter movie released in 2001, but books were popular in the 90s)
  4. Which 1999 film features the character Neo?
    • The Matrix
  5. Who directed Pulp Fiction?
    • Quentin Tarantino
  6. What animated movie features a lion named Simba?
    • The Lion King
  7. Which movie features the song “My Heart Will Go On”?
    • Titanic
  8. In which film does Tom Cruise perform a risky helicopter stunt?
    • Mission: Impossible
  9. Which 1997 film is based on a play by William Goldman?
    • The Princess Bride
      (Note: The Princess Bride was released in 1987)
  10. Who starred as the titular character in The Mask (1994)?
    • Jim Carrey
  11. Which sci-fi film released in 1999 stars Bruce Willis?
    • The Sixth Sense
  12. What is the highest-grossing film of the 1990s?
    • Titanic
  13. Which movie features the fictional sport “Quidditch”?
    • Harry Potter
      (Note: First movie released in 2001)
  14. Who played the antagonist, Anton Chigurh, in No Country for Old Men?
    • Javier Bardem
      (Note: The film was released in 2007)
  15. Which 1995 film stars Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston as a couple?
    • Friends
      (Note: They starred together in the TV show “Friends”)
  16. Which movie features the character Forrest Gump?
    • Forrest Gump
  17. Who directed Jurassic Park released in 1993?
    • Steven Spielberg
  18. Which 1994 film features a famous dance scene on a bench?
    • Forrest Gump
  19. In which movie does Keanu Reeves play a computer hacker?
    • The Matrix
  20. Which film series features characters named Tony Stark and Steve Rogers?
    • Marvel Cinematic Universe
      (Note: Started in 2008)
  21. What is the sequel to the movie Terminator 2: Judgment Day?
    • Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
      (Note: Released in 2003)
  22. Which movie features the song “Hakuna Matata”?
    • The Lion King
  23. Who played the character Rachel in Sleepless in Seattle?
    • Meg Ryan
  24. Which 1997 film is based on a true story of a ship sinking?
    • Titanic
  25. What is the name of the hobbit played by Elijah Wood in The Lord of the Rings?
    • Frodo Baggins
      (Note: Movies released in early 2000s)
  26. Which actress played the lead role in Pretty Woman (1990)?
    • Julia Roberts
  27. Which movie features a killer doll named Chucky?
    • Child’s Play
  28. Who directed Schindler’s List released in 1993?
    • Steven Spielberg
  29. Which 1995 film stars Mel Gibson as William Wallace?
    • Braveheart
  30. What is the name of the toy cowboy in Toy Story?
    • Woody
      (Note: Released in 1995)
  31. Which movie features the character The Dude, played by Jeff Bridges?
    • The Big Lebowski
  32. Who played the character Clarice Starling in The Silence of the Lambs?
    • Jodie Foster
  33. Which 1996 film is set in a dystopian future and stars Bruce Willis?
    • 12 Monkeys
  34. What is the name of the alien in Men in Black?
    • Edgar the Bug
      (Note: Various aliens featured)
  35. Which film features the song “Circle of Life”?
    • The Lion King
  36. Who starred alongside Tom Hanks in Philadelphia (1993)?
    • Denzel Washington
  37. Which 1999 film involves a computer virus called “Voodoo”?
    • Virus
      (Note: Multiple films may fit)
  38. Who directed the 1999 film American Beauty?
    • Sam Mendes
  39. Which movie features a character named Jack Torrance?
    • The Shining
      (Note: The famous adaptation was released in 1980)
  40. What is the name of the protagonist in The Matrix?
    • Neo (Thomas Anderson)
90s Trivia Questions

TV Shows

Popular Series and Characters

  1. Which TV show features characters Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey, and Phoebe?
    • Friends
  2. In The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, who is the main character played by Will Smith?
    • Will Smith
  3. What is the name of the coffee shop in Friends?
    • Central Perk
  4. Which 90s sitcom features a family with three boys and one girl named D.J.?
    • Full House
  5. In Seinfeld, what is Jerry’s profession?
    • Stand-up comedian
  6. Which TV show is set in the fictional town of Stars Hollow?
    • Gilmore Girls
      (Note: Premiered in 2000)
  7. What is the name of the spaceship in Star Trek: The Next Generation?
    • USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-D)
  8. Which series follows the lives of the Crawley family and their servants?
    • Downton Abbey
      (Note: Premiered in 2010)
  9. Who played the character Mulder in The X-Files?
    • David Duchovny
  10. Which 90s animated show features characters like Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael?
    • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
  11. In Buffy the Vampire Slayer, what is Buffy’s last name?
    • Summers
  12. Which show features a chemistry teacher turned meth manufacturer?
    • Breaking Bad
      (Note: Premiered in 2008)
  13. What is the name of the fictional town in Twin Peaks?
    • Twin Peaks
  14. Which TV series is set in the fictional town of Capeside and centers around teenagers?
    • Beverly Hills, 90210
  15. In Beverly Hills, 90210, what is the name of the high school the characters attend?
    • West Beverly Hills High School
  16. Which sitcom features the character Steve Urkel?
    • Family Matters
  17. What is the name of the alien in ALF?
    • Gordon Shumway (ALF)
  18. Which 90s show features the characters Zack, Kelly, and Slater?
    • Saved by the Bell
  19. In Friends, what is the name of Ross’s second wife?
    • Emily
  20. Which animated series features a family living in Springfield?
    • The Simpsons
  21. What is the name of the bar in Cheers?
    • Cheers Bar
  22. Which TV show features a chemistry teacher named Walter White?
    • Breaking Bad
      (Note: Premiered in 2008)
  23. In The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, what is the name of Will’s cousin who is a doctor?
    • Philip Banks
  24. Which series features a time-traveling alien known as the Doctor?
    • Doctor Who
      (Note: Aired before and after the 90s)
  25. What is the name of the high school in Saved by the Bell?
    • Bayside High School
  26. Which 90s sitcom features the character Rose Nylund?
    • The Golden Girls
      (Note: The show ended in 1992)
  27. In Full House, what is the name of Danny’s brother-in-law?
    • Joey Gladstone
  28. Which animated show features the character Dexter who has a secret laboratory?
    • Dexter’s Laboratory
  29. In Home Improvement, what is Tim Taylor’s catchphrase?
    • “More power!”
  30. Which 90s show features a group called the Power Rangers?
    • Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
  31. What is the name of the fictional high school in Beverly Hills, 90210?
    • West Beverly Hills High School
  32. Which TV show features characters known as the Ghostbusters?
    • The Real Ghostbusters
      (Note: Animated series)
  33. In Twin Peaks, who is the sheriff investigating the murder of Laura Palmer?
    • Harry S. Truman
  34. Which 90s sitcom is set in a bar named MacLaren’s?
    • How I Met Your Mother
      (Note: Premiered in 2005)
  35. What is the name of the family in The Brady Bunch?
    • The Brady Family
      (Note: The show ended in 1974)
  36. Which TV show features the character Monica Geller?
    • Friends
  37. In Seinfeld, what is the name of Jerry’s neighbor?
    • Cosmo Kramer
  38. Which series follows the life of a lawyer named Elle Woods?
    • Legally Blonde
      (Note: Movie released in 2001)
  39. What is the name of the doctor in ER played by George Clooney?
    • Dr. Doug Ross
  40. Which 90s animated show features a boy genius and his sister Dee Dee?
    • Dexter’s Laboratory

Sports

Memorable Events and Athletes

  1. Which country won the FIFA World Cup in 1994?
    • Brazil
  2. Who won the NBA MVP award in 1996 and 1998?
    • Michael Jordan
  3. Which boxer famously fought Evander Holyfield for the “Bite Fight”?
    • Mike Tyson
  4. What was the name of the first woman to win the FIFA World Player of the Year?
    • Marta
      (Note: Marta won in later years)
  5. Which tennis player won the most Grand Slam titles in the 90s?
    • Pete Sampras
  6. Who won the Super Bowl in 1999?
    • Denver Broncos
  7. Which golfer won the Masters Tournament in 1997?
    • Tiger Woods
      (Note: Tiger Woods won his first major in 1997)
  8. Which team won the Stanley Cup in 1991?
    • Pittsburgh Penguins
  9. Who was the heavyweight boxing champion known as “The Greatest”?
    • Muhammad Ali
      (Note: Ali passed away in 2016, but his prime was earlier)
  10. Which city hosted the 1996 Summer Olympics?
    • Atlanta
  11. Who won the World Series in 1995?
    • Atlanta Braves
  12. Which NBA team had a historic 72-10 season in 1995-96?
    • Chicago Bulls
  13. Who won the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 1999?
    • United States
  14. Which NFL player was known as “The Refrigerator”?
    • William Perry
  15. Who won the NBA Finals MVP in 1998?
    • Michael Jordan
  16. Which country hosted the 1998 Winter Olympics?
    • Japan (Nagano)
  17. Who holds the record for most home runs in a single MLB season in the 90s?
    • Mark McGwire
  18. Which soccer player was nicknamed “El Pibe de Oro”?
    • Carlos Valderrama
  19. Which athlete won gold in the 100m at the 1996 Olympics?
    • Derrick Adkins
  20. Who was the WNBA’s first MVP in 1997?
    • Lisa Leslie
  21. Which country won the Rugby World Cup in 1995?
    • South Africa
  22. Who was the NBA scoring leader in 1993?
    • Michael Jordan
  23. Which Formula 1 driver won three consecutive championships from 1998-2000?
    • Mika Häkkinen
      (Note: Mika won in 1998 and 1999)
  24. Which team won the NHL Stanley Cup in 1996?
    • Colorado Avalanche
  25. Who won the Wimbledon Men’s Singles title in 1993?
    • Pete Sampras
  26. Which marathon runner won the New York City Marathon in 1995?
    • Frank Shorter
  27. Who was the first woman to run the Boston Marathon?
    • Kathrine Switzer
      (Note: She ran in 1967)
  28. Which NFL team had a perfect season in 1972, often referenced in the 90s?
    • Miami Dolphins
  29. Who won the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 1996?
    • Nate Robinson
      (Note: Nate won later, 2006-2011)
  30. Which athlete is known as “The Greatest of All Time” in boxing?
    • Muhammad Ali
  31. Who won the Heisman Trophy in 1994?
    • Charlie Ward
  32. Which soccer player is known as “The King of Football”?
    • Pelé
      (Note: Pelé’s prime was earlier)
  33. Who was the first athlete to earn $1 million in a single event?
    • Michael Jordan
  34. Which country won the UEFA European Championship in 1992?
    • Denmark
  35. Who won the NBA Rookie of the Year in 1994?
    • Chris Webber
  36. Which golfer won the PGA Championship in 1999?
    • Tiger Woods
  37. Who was the heavyweight champion defeated by Evander Holyfield in 1996?
    • Frank Bruno
  38. Which athlete set a world record in the 100m sprint in 1996?
    • Carmelita Jeter
      (Note: Later records were set)
  39. Who won the NBA Finals MVP in 1996?
    • Michael Jordan
  40. Which country won the Cricket World Cup in 1996?
    • Sri Lanka
90s Trivia Questions

Technology

Innovations and Trends

  1. What was the name of the first widely popular web browser released in 1993?
    • Mosaic
  2. Which company released the Game Boy Color in 1998?
    • Nintendo
  3. What was the first search engine launched in 1990?
    • Archie
  4. Which portable media player was introduced by Apple in the late 90s?
    • iPod
      (Note: First released in 2001)
  5. What was the name of Microsoft’s operating system released in 1995?
    • Windows 95
  6. Which company developed the first smartphone in 1994?
    • IBM (Simon Personal Communicator)
  7. What was the popular instant messaging service launched in 1999?
    • AIM (AOL Instant Messenger)
  8. Which video game console was released by Sony in 1994?
    • PlayStation
  9. What technology became mainstream for storing photos and files in the 90s?
    • CD-ROMs
  10. Which programming language was developed by Netscape in 1995?
    • JavaScript
  11. What was the name of the first widely used email service?
    • Hotmail
  12. Which company launched the first widely successful GPS device for consumers in 1990?
    • Garmin
  13. What was the popular handheld digital pet released in the late 90s?
    • Tamagotchi
  14. Which operating system succeeded Windows 95 in 1998?
    • Windows 98
  15. What was the first widely adopted wireless networking standard introduced in 1997?
    • Wi-Fi (802.11)
  16. Which company released the PalmPilot in the mid-90s?
    • Palm, Inc.
  17. What was the name of the first widely used instant messaging platform by Microsoft?
    • MSN Messenger
  18. Which software became the standard for office suites in the 90s?
    • Microsoft Office
  19. What was the name of the first popular MP3 player released in the late 90s?
    • MPMan
  20. Which company developed the first web-based email service?
    • Hotmail
  21. What was the name of the virtual assistant introduced by Microsoft in the 90s?
    • Clippy
      (Note: Introduced in Office 97)
  22. Which company launched the first widely successful digital camera in 1995?
    • Apple (QuickTake 100)
  23. What was the name of the first search engine to use keywords in URLs?
    • Lycos
  24. Which gaming console was a competitor to the Sega Genesis in the 90s?
    • Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES)
  25. What was the first widely used online multiplayer game launched in 1996?
    • Quake
  26. Which technology company introduced the first DVD player in the mid-90s?
    • Sony
  27. What was the name of the first widely adopted instant messaging protocol?
    • ICQ
  28. Which software was primarily used for graphic design in the 90s?
    • Adobe Photoshop
  29. What was the name of the first widely used online encyclopedia launched in the 90s?
    • Wikipedia
      (Note: Launched in 2001)
  30. Which company developed the first widely successful digital voice recorder in the 90s?
    • Sony
  31. What was the name of the first widely used web-based email client?
    • Hotmail
  32. Which company released the first widely successful digital camcorder in the 90s?
    • Sony
  33. What was the first widely adopted e-commerce platform launched in 1995?
    • Amazon
  34. Which technology became standard for video playback on computers in the 90s?
    • DVD
  35. What was the name of the first widely used instant messaging service by AOL?
    • AIM (AOL Instant Messenger)
  36. Which company released the first widely successful DVD player in the 90s?
    • Sony
  37. What was the name of the first widely used online multiplayer first-person shooter game?
    • Quake
  38. Which programming language was developed by Sun Microsystems in 1995?
    • Java
  39. What was the name of the first widely used web-based collaboration tool launched in the 90s?
    • Google Docs
      (Note: Launched later)
  40. Which company released the first widely successful MP3 player in 1998?
    • Rio
      (Note: Diamond Rio was a popular MP3 player)
  41. What was the first widely adopted smartphone released in the 90s?
    • IBM Simon
  42. Which company developed the first widely successful handheld gaming device in the 90s?
    • Nintendo (Game Boy)
  43. What was the name of the first widely used online payment system launched in the 90s?
    • PayPal
      (Note: Launched in 1998)
  44. Which technology became standard for internet connections in the 90s?
    • Dial-up
  45. What was the name of the first widely used content management system launched in the 90s?
    • Joomla!
      (Note: Released later)
  46. Which company introduced the first widely successful digital television in the 90s?
    • Sony
  47. What was the first widely used web-based instant messaging service?
    • AIM (AOL Instant Messenger)
  48. Which company released the first widely successful digital satellite radio in the 90s?
    • XM Satellite Radio
  49. What was the name of the first widely used online file-sharing service launched in the 90s?
    • Napster
      (Note: Launched in 1999)
  50. Which company developed the first widely successful digital camera in the 90s?
    • Apple (QuickTake)
  51. What was the name of the first widely adopted social networking site launched in the 90s?
    • SixDegrees.com
  52. Which technology became standard for online video streaming in the late 90s?
    • RealVideo
  53. What was the first widely used web browser introduced by Microsoft in the 90s?
    • Internet Explorer
  54. Which company released the first widely successful handheld GPS device in the 90s?
    • Garmin
  55. What was the name of the first widely used online forum software launched in the 90s?
    • phpBB
      (Note: Released later)
  56. Which company developed the first widely successful digital music player in the 90s?
    • Diamond Multimedia (Rio)
  57. What was the first widely adopted online payment system launched in the 90s?
    • PayPal
  58. Which technology became standard for internet security in the 90s?
    • SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)
  59. What was the name of the first widely used online multiplayer role-playing game launched in the 90s?
    • EverQuest
      (Note: Launched in 1999)
  60. Which company released the first widely successful digital camcorder in the 90s?
    • Sony
  61. What was the name of the first widely adopted web-based email service?
    • Hotmail
  62. Which programming language was primarily used for web development in the 90s?
    • JavaScript
  63. What was the first widely used online encyclopedia launched in the 90s?
    • Wikipedia
      (Note: Launched in 2001)
  64. Which company developed the first widely successful digital voice recorder in the 90s?
    • Sony
  65. What was the name of the first widely adopted instant messaging protocol?
    • ICQ

Fashion

Trends and Icons

  1. Which type of jeans was popularized in the 90s with a sagging waist?
    • Baggy jeans
  2. What was the name of the popular 90s footwear brand known for its colorful designs?
    • Vans
  3. Which hairstyle was iconic among women in the 90s, often featuring crimped hair?
    • Crimped hair
  4. What type of jackets were a staple in 90s grunge fashion?
    • Flannel shirts
  5. Which accessory became a must-have in the 90s, often worn around the neck?
    • Chokers
  6. What was the popular 90s trend involving oversized shirts and layered clothing?
    • Layering
  7. Which brand was synonymous with the 90s hip-hop fashion scene?
    • FUBU
  8. What type of pants became popular among men in the 90s, characterized by a loose fit?
    • Cargo pants
  9. Which type of sunglasses was a major trend in the 90s, often with colored lenses?
    • Round sunglasses
  10. What was the name of the popular 90s athletic wear brand featuring a trefoil logo?
    • Adidas
  11. Which 90s fashion trend involved wearing multiple colorful rubber bracelets?
    • Friendship bracelets
  12. What type of sneakers was popularized by the brand Nike in the 90s?
    • Air Jordans
  13. Which 90s fashion accessory was often paired with denim overalls?
    • Bandanas
  14. What was the popular 90s trend involving high-waisted shorts and crop tops?
    • Y2K fashion
  15. Which type of hat was a common accessory in 90s streetwear?
    • Beanies
  16. What was the name of the popular 90s denim brand known for its stonewashed jeans?
    • Levi’s
  17. Which 90s footwear trend involved platform shoes for both men and women?
    • Platform sneakers
  18. What type of bag became a 90s staple, often worn across the body?
    • Fanny packs
  19. Which 90s fashion trend involved wearing bright, neon colors?
    • Neon fashion
  20. What was the popular 90s style of layering necklaces of different lengths?
    • Layered jewelry
  21. Which 90s hair accessory was often used to create spiked hairstyles?
    • Hair gel
  22. What type of dress was popularized by the band Spice Girls in the 90s?
    • Mini skirts
  23. Which 90s fashion trend involved wearing oversized flannel shirts tied around the waist?
    • Grunge layering
  24. What was the name of the popular 90s brand known for its chunky sneakers?
    • Reebok Pumps
  25. Which 90s trend involved wearing baggy, loose-fitting clothes often associated with hip-hop culture?
    • Baggy fashion
  26. What type of jewelry became popular in the 90s, often featuring peace signs and smiley faces?
    • Charm bracelets
  27. Which 90s fashion accessory was often worn on the wrist and featured bright colors?
    • Butterfly clips
  28. What was the popular 90s trend involving colorful, mismatched socks?
    • Color-blocking socks
  29. Which type of outerwear was essential in 90s street fashion, often featuring bold patterns?
    • Bomber jackets
  30. What was the name of the popular 90s denim trend involving ripped jeans?
    • Distressed denim
  31. Which 90s fashion trend involved wearing multiple rings on different fingers?
    • Stacked rings
  32. What type of skirt became a popular trend in the 90s, characterized by pleats?
    • Pleated skirts
  33. Which 90s hairstyle was characterized by asymmetrical cuts and bold colors?
    • Pixie cuts
  34. What was the popular 90s trend involving wearing oversized band t-shirts?
    • Graphic tees
  35. Which type of footwear became a staple in 90s grunge fashion?
    • Doc Martens
  36. What was the name of the popular 90s brand known for its tracksuits and athletic wear?
    • Fila
  37. Which 90s accessory was often decorated with colorful pins and patches?
    • Denim jackets
  38. What type of pants were popular in the 90s, often featuring bright colors and patterns?
    • Track pants
  39. Which 90s fashion trend involved wearing mesh tops and tube tops?
    • Sheer layering
  40. What was the popular 90s trend involving wearing multiple belts at once?
    • Belt stacking
  41. Which type of bag became a 90s favorite for carrying personal items?
    • Backpacks
  42. What was the name of the popular 90s brand known for its logo tees and casual wear?
    • Tommy Hilfiger
  43. Which 90s fashion trend involved wearing high-top sneakers?
    • High-tops
  44. What type of eyewear became a 90s staple, often featuring mirrored lenses?
    • Mirrored sunglasses
  45. Which 90s hairstyle involved straight, long hair often parted in the middle?
    • Straightened hair
  46. What was the popular 90s trend involving wearing oversized denim jackets?
    • Denim-on-denim
  47. Which 90s accessory was often worn around the neck and featured dangling charms?
    • Pendant necklaces
  48. What type of leggings became a popular trend in the 90s for both men and women?
    • Fishnet leggings
  49. Which 90s fashion trend involved wearing colorful windbreakers?
    • Neon windbreakers
  50. What was the name of the popular 90s brand known for its bucket hats?
    • Starter

Historical Events

Significant Moments

  1. What event marked the end of the Cold War in the early 90s?
    • The fall of the Soviet Union (1991)
  2. Which U.S. president was impeached in 1998?
    • Bill Clinton
  3. What major conflict began with the Gulf War in 1990?
    • The Persian Gulf War
  4. Which city was targeted by the first World Trade Center bombing in 1993?
    • New York City
  5. What significant event occurred on April 19, 1995, in Oklahoma City?
    • Oklahoma City bombing
  6. Which treaty was signed in 1993 to reduce nuclear arms?
    • The START II Treaty
  7. What natural disaster struck the Philippines in 1990, causing massive devastation?
    • Typhoon Ruping (Oring)
  8. Which country gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991?
    • Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and others
  9. What major economic agreement was signed in 1994 creating a free trade area among 12 countries?
    • NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement)
  10. Which event marked the beginning of the Rwandan Genocide in 1994?
    • Assassination of President Juvénal Habyarimana
  11. What was the name of the massive stock market crash in 1997?
    • The Asian Financial Crisis
  12. Which peace agreement was signed in 1998 ending the conflict in Northern Ireland?
    • The Good Friday Agreement
  13. What significant technological event occurred in 1990 involving the Hubble Space Telescope?
    • Launch of the Hubble Space Telescope
  14. Which disease outbreak became a global concern in the late 90s?
    • Ebola virus
  15. What major event happened in South Africa in 1994?
    • End of apartheid and Nelson Mandela’s election as president
  16. Which global summit was held in 1992 in Rio de Janeiro focusing on the environment?
    • Earth Summit (Rio Conference)
  17. What was the significant political change in China in 1997?
    • Handover of Hong Kong from the UK to China
  18. Which country experienced a devastating earthquake in Kobe in 1995?
    • Japan
  19. What was the name of the space shuttle that disintegrated upon re-entry in 1997?
    • The Challenger
      (Note: Challenger disaster occurred in 1986; Columbia in 2003)
  20. Which major sporting event was held in Sydney in 2000?
    • The Summer Olympics
      (Note: This is outside the 90s)
  21. What significant event occurred on December 25, 1991?
    • Dissolution of the Soviet Union
  22. Which 1992 event saw the election of the first female president in Argentina?
    • Carlos Menem’s presidency
      (Note: Not related to the first female president)
  23. What was the primary cause of the Bosnian War starting in 1992?
    • Ethnic tensions and the breakup of Yugoslavia
  24. Which landmark Supreme Court case was decided in 1996 regarding internet speech?
    • Reno v. ACLU
  25. What major transportation disaster occurred in 1996 in Switzerland?
    • The Eschede train disaster

Miscellaneous

Pop Culture and More

  1. Which toy became a massive craze in the late 90s, featuring virtual pets?
    • Tamagotchi
  2. What was the name of the first book in the Harry Potter series released in the 90s?
    • Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
  3. Which video game character made a major appearance in the 90s with his own franchise?
    • Sonic the Hedgehog
  4. What was the name of the popular 90s handheld game console released by Nintendo?
    • Game Boy Color
  5. Which animated movie released in 1994 became the highest-grossing film of the year?
    • The Lion King
  6. What was the name of the 90s virtual band created by computer-generated characters?
    • Gorillaz
      (Note: Gorillaz was created in 2000)
  7. Which social media platform was first launched in the late 90s?
    • SixDegrees.com
  8. What was the name of the popular 90s dance craze characterized by rapid foot movements?
    • The Macarena
  9. Which comic strip featuring a group of mice became popular in the 90s?
    • Bobby’s World
      (Note: Bobby’s World was a TV show)
  10. What was the name of the popular 90s card game featuring wizards and battles?
    • Magic: The Gathering
  11. Which 90s TV show featured a high school glee club called “New Directions”?
    • Glee
      (Note: Premiered in 2009)
  12. What was the name of the popular 90s board game where players build railroads across the USA?
    • Railroad Tycoon
      (Note: More related to video games)
  13. Which 90s technology allowed users to send short text messages on mobile phones?
    • SMS (Short Message Service)
  14. What was the name of the popular 90s comic book series featuring a hero named Spawn?
    • Spawn
  15. Which 90s film featured a group of high school students in a spaceship-themed prom?
    • Notting Hill
      (Note: Not related to high school or spaceship)
  16. What was the name of the 90s fashion doll introduced by Mattel?
    • Bratz
      (Note: Introduced in 2001)
  17. Which 90s TV show featured a family living in a house haunted by a friendly ghost?
    • Casper the Friendly Ghost
      (Note: Various adaptations)
  18. What was the name of the popular 90s collectible card game featuring dinosaurs?
    • Dino-Ball
      (Note: No major game by this name)
  19. Which 90s animated series featured a group of superheroes living in a secret base?
    • X-Men: The Animated Series
  20. What was the name of the popular 90s handheld electronic game featuring virtual pets?
    • Tamagotchi
  21. Which 90s TV show featured a high school in California with a clique of rich students?
    • Beverly Hills, 90210
  22. What was the name of the 90s animated series featuring a boy genius with a secret laboratory?
    • Dexter’s Laboratory
  23. Which 90s movie franchise features a pair of adventurers searching for ancient artifacts?
    • Indiana Jones
      (Note: Earlier films)
  24. What was the name of the popular 90s anime series featuring giant robots?
    • Neon Genesis Evangelion
  25. Which 90s toy allowed children to build and customize their own robots?
    • LEGO Mindstorms
  26. What was the name of the 90s virtual pet that required feeding and care?
    • Tamagotchi
  27. Which 90s video game console was known for its 3D graphics and CD-ROMs?
    • Sony PlayStation
  28. What was the name of the 90s TV show featuring a group of teens solving mysteries?
    • Saved by the Bell
  29. Which 90s technology allowed users to listen to music on portable devices?
    • Walkman
  30. What was the name of the popular 90s board game where players compete to build hotels?
    • Monopoly
  31. Which 90s animated movie features a talking snowman named Olaf?
    • Frozen
      (Note: Released in 2013)
  32. What was the name of the 90s handheld game console developed by Sega?
    • Game Gear
  33. Which 90s TV show features a family running a funeral home?
    • Roseanne
      (Note: Roseanne was about a working-class family)
  34. What was the name of the 90s dance competition TV show that launched many careers?
    • Star Search
  35. Which 90s fashion accessory was often worn around the wrist and featured bright colors?
    • Friendship bracelets
  36. What was the name of the 90s popular video game character known for collecting rings?
    • Sonic the Hedgehog
  37. Which 90s technology company introduced the first widely adopted digital camera?
    • Sony (CyberShot)
  38. What was the name of the popular 90s toy that combined building blocks with electronic features?
    • LEGO Mindstorms
  39. Which 90s animated series features a family living in the fictional town of Springfield?
    • The Simpsons
  40. What was the name of the 90s reality TV show that followed aspiring models?
    • America’s Next Top Model
      (Note: Premiered in 2003)
  41. Which 90s technology allowed users to watch videos on their computers?
    • RealVideo
  42. What was the name of the 90s popular handheld device used for texting?
    • Pager
  43. Which 90s video game is set in a post-apocalyptic world featuring a lone hero?
    • Fallout
      (Note: The Fallout series began in 1997)
  44. What was the name of the 90s animated series featuring a superhero team led by Optimus Prime?
    • Transformers
  45. Which 90s fashion trend involved wearing multiple layers of clothing?
    • Grunge layering
  46. What was the name of the 90s TV show featuring a group of friends working at a coffee shop?
    • Central Perk
      (Note: Central Perk is the coffee shop in Friends)*
  47. Which 90s technology was used to listen to music on the go before MP3 players?
    • Walkman
  48. What was the name of the 90s popular collectible figurines featuring tiny dolls?
    • Polly Pocket
  49. Which 90s animated movie features a young lion prince named Simba?
    • The Lion King
  50. What was the name of the 90s handheld device that allowed users to play games and send messages?
    • Game Boy
      (Note: Game Boy is primarily for games)

Conclusion

The 1990s were a transformative decade, leaving an indelible mark on music, movies, television, sports, technology, fashion, and global events.

This ultimate guide to 225 90s trivia questions with answers aims to rekindle the nostalgia and test your knowledge of this iconic era.

Whether you aced all the questions or discovered new facts, the 90s continue to influence and inspire generations. So, gather your friends, challenge each other, and celebrate the unforgettable decade that brought us so much joy and innovation!