The Sneakerheads Swag Quiz

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The Sneakerheads Swag Quiz
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Are you a sneaker enthusiast looking to test your knowledge? Dive into the world of sneakers with The Sneakerheads Swag Quiz by Stefani Newman. Find out if you have what it takes to be called a true sneakerhead in just 3 minutes!

Sneakerheads play a vital role in the sneaker market, helping it to grow and evolve. Put your sneaker knowledge to the test and see if you have what it takes to join the ranks of the most dedicated sneaker enthusiasts in the world. Play now and show off your sneaker swag!

Get ready to explore the world of sneakers and test your sneaker IQ with this fun and engaging sneaker quiz. Whether you're a seasoned sneakerhead or just starting your sneaker journey, The Sneakerheads Swag Quiz is sure to test your knowledge and challenge your skills. Play now and show off your sneaker expertise!

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Which rap group was the first to publicly endorse sneakers in their music?
Public Enemy
Run-D.M.C.
Beastie Boys
What was the first sneaker ever mass produced?
Keds
Converse
Pumas
How many different styles of Air Jordans have been created by Nike since they debuted in 1984?
18
25
30

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True or False: Nike's original name was Dimension Six
TRUE
FALSE
Which sports moment solidified Reebok pumps as sneakerhead-worthy shoes?
Boston Celtics' Dee Brown pumping his Reeboks before winning the 1991 NBA Slam Dunk Contest.
Michael Chang's French Open win in 1989, making him the youngest male player to win a Grand Slam singles at the age of 17.
Legendary Atlanta Hawks player Dominique Wilkins starring in the commercial "Reebok Pump 1989."
True or False: Rubber-soled shoes were called "sneakers" because they were so quiet, a person wearing them could sneak up on someone.
TRUE
FALSE

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In 2010, video producer and fashion designer Vashtie Kola became the first woman to land an iconic sneaker design deal. Which shoe did she design?
Adidas Superstar 2
Nike Air Jordan 2
Puma Suede Classic
What cult 80s teen film helped bring Vans into the sneaker culture?
"Valley Girl"
"The Breakfast Club"
"Fast Times at Ridgemont High"
Where can you find the biggest sneaker collection in the world?
Las Vegas
New York City
Los Angeles

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Which sneaker brand garnered the most Instagram follows in 2015?
Nike
Adidas
Reebok
Why are sneakers typically released on Saturdays?
because most people get paid on Fridays
to prevent kids from skipping school to shop for shoes
so more people could work the stores to sell shoes
Who are Hiroshi Fujiwara, Tinker Hatfield and Nathan VanHook?
Sneakerheads with the largest collections
Collectible Nike sneaker designers
Adidas marketing experts

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True or False: The sneaker brands Puma and Adidas were created out of a brothers' argument.
TRUE
FALSE
Who was the first pro basketball player to have a signature shoe designed for them?
Michael Jordan
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Magic Johnson
Where can sneakerheads go to see the most historic kicks on display?
San Francisco, Calif.
Miami, Fla.
Toronto, Ontario

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In 2006, what shop opened in New York City for sneakerheads?
Flight Club
Sneaker Heaven
Sneakerhead Central
True or False: Michael Jordan always wanted to sign a shoe deal with Nike.
TRUE
FALSE
What is the largest sneakerhead summit in the world?
H-Town Sneaker Summit
Fresh Out Of The Box
Sneakercon

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What's the name of sneakerheads' most popular magazine?
Sneakerhead Central
Kicks
Sneaker Freaker
True or False: Sneakerheads have a single resource to help navigate the sneaker market.
TRUE
FALSE
True or False: Chuck Taylor invented the basketball shoe.
TRUE
FALSE

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If a sneakerhead is someone who's obsessed with sneakers, what is a "hypebeast" sneakerhead?
A sneakerhead who buys only one brand of shoe
A sneakerhead who only buys shoes based on buzz around its release
A sneakerhead who only talks about the shoes he or she owns
What is Niketalk?
Nike's sneakerhead magazine
An official Nike blog and forum for sneakersheads
A gossip column for Nike sneakers
True or False: Fake shoe collecting is growing in popularity
TRUE
FALSE

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According to sneakerheads, what is a "retro” sneaker?
A shoe that was created before 1985
A shoe that looks old and worn out
A shoe that's re-released for sale due to its popularity
What percentage of sneaker sales did sneakerheads take part in the United States in 2013?
20 percent
1 percent
5 percent
True or False: Michael Jordan was fined $5,000 per game because the black and red Air Jordan Air 1 were not regulation court shoes.
TRUE
FALSE

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True or False: Sneaker Con is a traveling event for sneaker connoisseurs to buy, sell and trade some of the most sought after footwear on the market.
TRUE
FALSE
In 2012, how much did a pair of Nike Air Yeezy II sneakers, designed by rapper Kanye West, sell for on eBay before it went on sale to the public?
50000
25000
90300
How long did sneakerheads have to wait for the Nike Air Mags featured in the movie Back to the Future Part II?
26 years
22 years
10 years

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