Barbie isn’t just a doll; she’s a cultural icon whose history spans over six decades! From her iconic pink wardrobe to her full name and the year she first hit shelves, this trivia challenges your knowledge of everything Barbie. Can you answer when Ken joined Barbie in the fun or who designed the original doll?
Dive into details like the launch of Barbie’s DreamHouse or the plot inspiration behind the 2023 film. Whether you’re a casual fan or a long-time collector, these questions test your mastery of this iconic toy’s legacy. What’s more, you might discover fun facts about Barbie’s careers and her famous tagline!
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What company manufactures Barbie?
Lego
Lego
Mattel
Mattel
Hasbro
Hasbro
Spin Master
Spin Master
What is the name of Barbie’s long-time boyfriend?
Allan
Allan
Ken
Ken
Brad
Brad
Steven
Steven
What color is traditionally associated with Barbie?
Yellow
Yellow
Purple
Purple
Pink
Pink
Blue
Blue
In what year was the first Barbie doll introduced?
1959
1959
1955
1955
1950
1950
1962
1962
Who designed the original Barbie?
Ruth Carter
Ruth Carter
Ruth Handler
Ruth Handler
Elliot Handler
Elliot Handler
Jack Ryan
Jack Ryan
Who directed 2023’s ‘Barbie’?
Emerald Fennell
Emerald Fennell
Olivia Wilde
Olivia Wilde
Greta Gerwig
Greta Gerwig
Ava DuVernay
Ava DuVernay
What is Barbie’s full name?
Barbara Mae Roberts
Barbara Mae Roberts
Barbara Elizabeth Roberts
Barbara Elizabeth Roberts
Barbara Melissa Roberts
Barbara Melissa Roberts
Barbara Millicent Roberts
Barbara Millicent Roberts
What was the first Barbie doll wearing?
A black and white striped swimsuit
A black and white striped swimsuit
A white bridal gown
A white bridal gown
A pink ball gown
A pink ball gown
A blue polka dot dress
A blue polka dot dress
In what year was the Ken doll introduced?
1961
1961
1960
1960
1959
1959
1963
1963
What is Ken’s full name?
Kenneth Sean Carson
Kenneth Sean Carson
Kenneth William Carson
Kenneth William Carson
Kenneth Robert Carson
Kenneth Robert Carson
Kenneth Alan Carson
Kenneth Alan Carson
When did Mattel launch the first Barbie DreamHouse playset?
1960
1960
1962
1962
1968
1968
1965
1965
What was the first animated Barbie film, released in 2001?
‘Barbie as Rapunzel’
‘Barbie as Rapunzel’
‘Barbie of Swan Lake’
‘Barbie of Swan Lake’
‘Barbie as The Princess and the Pauper’
‘Barbie as The Princess and the Pauper’
‘Barbie in the Nutcracker’
‘Barbie in the Nutcracker’
Which German doll inspired the making of Barbie?
Cabbage Patch Kids
Cabbage Patch Kids
Kewpie Doll
Kewpie Doll
Bild Lilli
Bild Lilli
Holly Hobby
Holly Hobby
What is the name of Barbie’s younger sister?
Kelly
Kelly
Chelsea
Chelsea
Skipper
Skipper
Stacie
Stacie
What is the U.S. patent number granted for the original Barbie doll design?
US3120567
US3120567
US2889012
US2889012
US2957108
US2957108
US3011082
US3011082
Who plays Gloria in the 2023 film?
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez
Gina Rodriguez
Gina Rodriguez
America Ferrera
America Ferrera
Eva Mendes
Eva Mendes
When did Barbie and Ken split?
2004
2004
2007
2007
2002
2002
2000
2000
When did Barbie and Ken get back together?
2013
2013
2009
2009
2010
2010
2011
2011
What is Ken’s job in ‘Barbie’?
Lifeguard
Lifeguard
Beach
Beach
Surfer
Surfer
Assistant
Assistant
Which pop band released ‘Barbie Girl’ in 1997?
Vengaboys
Vengaboys
S Club 7
S Club 7
Aqua
Aqua
Spice Girls
Spice Girls
What does Ken rename the Barbie Dreamhouse to?
Ken’s Dream Fortress
Ken’s Dream Fortress
Mojo Dojo Casa House
Mojo Dojo Casa House
The Ken-tucket Club
The Ken-tucket Club
Kendom Palace
Kendom Palace
Which film is referenced in the opening sequence of ‘Barbie’?
Star Wars
Star Wars
2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey
Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Close Encounters of the Third Kind
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
Who plays the CEO of Mattel in ‘Barbie’?
Adam Sandler
Adam Sandler
Will Ferrell
Will Ferrell
Steve Carell
Steve Carell
Paul Rudd
Paul Rudd
When did Mattel launch the official Barbie.com website?
1998
1998
2000
2000
1995
1995
1996
1996
Which musician recorded ‘Speed Drive’ for the ‘Barbie’ soundtrack?
Lizzo
Lizzo
Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa
Charli XCX
Charli XCX
Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish
What job has Barbie not held in her various incarnations?
Surgeon
Surgeon
Astronaut
Astronaut
Veterinarian
Veterinarian
President of the United States
President of the United States
What is the best-selling Barbie doll of all time?
Totally Hair Barbie
Totally Hair Barbie
Original Barbie (1959)
Original Barbie (1959)
Holiday Barbie (1988)
Holiday Barbie (1988)
Day-to-Night Barbie (1985)
Day-to-Night Barbie (1985)
How many careers has Barbie had?
More than 100
More than 100
More than 180
More than 180
More than 250
More than 250
More than 50
More than 50
What height would a standard Barbie doll be in real life?
6ft1
6ft1
5ft2
5ft2
5ft9
5ft9
5ft5
5ft5
What is the name of Barbie’s best friend?
Nikki
Nikki
Midge
Midge
Christie
Christie
Teresa
Teresa
Where was Barbie invented?
Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California
New York City, New York
New York City, New York
El Segundo, California
El Segundo, California
Hawthorne, California
Hawthorne, California
When did the first Astronaut Barbie come out?
1965
1965
1972
1972
1961
1961
1969
1969
What was the tagline for Barbie?
The ultimate fashion doll.
The ultimate fashion doll.
You can be anything.
You can be anything.
Life in plastic, it’s fantastic.
Life in plastic, it’s fantastic.
She’s everything, he’s just Ken.
She’s everything, he’s just Ken.
Who is considered the co-founder of Mattel and creator of the first Barbie doll?
Harold Matson
Harold Matson
Ruth Handler
Ruth Handler
Jack Ryan
Jack Ryan
Elliot Handler
Elliot Handler
You can do better
Not bad
Great!
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