What was the original real-world purpose of the old hardware used to create the lightsaber's hilt?
Farm machinery
Medical equipment
Musical instruments
Photography equipment
What machine inspired the famous humming sound of the lightsaber?
Washing machine
Old film projector motor
Airplane engine
Refrigerator
What real object was used as the basis for the Death Star control switch in "Star Wars: A New Hope"?
Microwave panel
Video production switcher
Car dashboard
Cash register
What unusual real-life sound helped inspire the blaster shots in "Star Wars"?
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Gunshot in a huge tunnel
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Balloon popping
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Metal door slamming
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Hammer striking a radio tower guy-wire
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Strange booming sound in the sky
What inspired the famous ruby-red slippers in "The Wizard of Oz" (1939)?
Film adaptation of silver shoes
Real royal crown
Pair of glass sandals
Ballet shoe design
What made the first lightsaber prop especially surprising for a legendary movie weapon?
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It was inspired by inexpensive, ordinary hardware
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It was carved from a meteorite
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It was a real laser weapon
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All of the above mentioned
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It was made entirely from gold
What household appliance was used as the basis for Mr. Fusion in "Back to the Future Part ll"?
Coffee grinder
Blender
Toaster
Electric kettle
What everyday item was repurposed as a futuristic-looking machine in "Alien" (1979) and "Back to the Future Part ll"?
Coffee grinder
Radio antenna
Desk fan
Bicycle pump
What kind of equipment contributed to the look of the original lightsaber props?
Vintage camera flash hardware
Sewing machine parts only
Kitchen plumbing
Car steering wheels
What real-world sports shoe was reportedly adapted into Batman's boots in "Batman Returns"?
Converse Chuck Taylor
Adidas Superstar
Nike Air Jordan 6
Puma Suede
