7 Questions
What type of shoe did Nike launch for basketball player Michael Jordan in 1985?
Basketball shoes
How many pairs of the new sneakers, called Air Jordans, did Nike sell in one month?
Half a million pairs
Which hip-hop group wrote a song about Adidas superstars?
Run DMC
What marked a turning point in our relationship with sneakers?
Attention from famous athletes and musicians
What is the annual global spending on sneakers?
More than $85 billion
What type of sneaker became a big event upon release?
New sneaker
Who is credited in the text for the popularity of sneakers?
Bill Bowerman and waffles
Study Notes
Sneaker History
- Nike launched Air Jordan shoes for basketball player Michael Jordan in 1985.
Initial Sales
- Nike sold 1.3 million pairs of Air Jordans in the first month.
Music and Sneakers
- The hip-hop group Run-DMC wrote a song about Adidas Superstars.
Turning Point
- The 1980s marked a turning point in the cultural relationship with sneakers.
Sneaker Industry
- The annual global spending on sneakers is over $55 billion.
Limited Editions
- Limited-edition sneakers often create hype and become big events upon release.
Sneaker Influence
- Michael Jordan is credited with popularizing sneakers.
Test your knowledge of basketball history and sneaker culture with this quiz on the iconic Air Jordans. From the collaboration between Nike and Michael Jordan to the popularity of the sneakers, see how much you know about this legendary footwear.
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