This Pop Culture Memory Quiz Might Make You Question Everything

The Mandela Effect refers to something that's commonly remembered incorrectly. This quiz takes you through some of the most popular pop culture references that people swear are portrayed one way, but are actually something completely different. See how many you can solve!

Which spelling is correct?

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Even though many remember "toons," as in "cartoons," the actual spelling is "Looney Tunes."

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Even though many remember "toons," as in "cartoons," the actual spelling is "Looney Tunes."

Which spelling is correct?

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Whoever started spelling it with a hyphen left a longstanding impression, because many misremember it this way. The correct spelling is "CocaCola," no space, no hyphen.

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Whoever started spelling it with a hyphen left a longstanding impression, because many misremember it this way. The correct spelling is "CocaCola," no space, no hyphen.

Which spelling is correct?

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JCPenney does have that extra "e" at the end, despite many people thinking it's spelled "Penny."

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JCPenney does have that extra "e" at the end, despite many people thinking it's spelled "Penny."

Which spelling is correct?

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There's never been an extra "e" in Febreze.

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There's never been an extra "e" in Febreze.

Which spelling is correct?

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"Froot Loops" has always been spelled with two "o's" in Froot.

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"Froot Loops" has always been spelled with two "o's" in Froot.

Which spelling is correct?

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Though a common spelling is "-stein," the Berenstain Bears use the "-ain" ending. 

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Though a common spelling is "-stein," the Berenstain Bears use the "-ain" ending. 

Which spelling is correct?

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As the jingle went, "My bologna has a first name, it's O-S-C-A-R. My bologna has a second name, it's M-A-Y-E-R."

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As the jingle went, "My bologna has a first name, it's O-S-C-A-R. My bologna has a second name, it's M-A-Y-E-R."

Which spelling is correct?

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It's commonly misspoken as "Sex in the City," but the proper show title is "Sex and the City." 

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It's commonly misspoken as "Sex in the City," but the proper show title is "Sex and the City." 

Which Monopoly man is the right one?

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Though many people remember the Monopoly mascot with a monocle, he actually doesn't have one.

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Though many people remember the Monopoly mascot with a monocle, he actually doesn't have one.

Which spelling is correct?

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"Chic" wouldn't even be the proper pronunciation. It's "Chick!"

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"Chic" wouldn't even be the proper pronunciation. It's "Chick!"

Which spelling is correct?

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Despite popular belief, there is no hyphen in "KitKat."

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Despite popular belief, there is no hyphen in "KitKat."

Which Pikachu is the right one?

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Pikachu only has black tips on his ears, not his tail.

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Pikachu only has black tips on his ears, not his tail.

What does Mr. Rogers actually sing?

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Popular to contrary belief, the line is actually "this neighborhood."

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Popular to contrary belief, the line is actually "this neighborhood."

What's the correct line in "My Favorite Things"?

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Julie Andrews crooned about strings not a string in the classic song.

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Julie Andrews crooned about strings not a string in the classic song.

What's the correct line from "Piano Man"?

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The nostalgic Billy Joel track goes, "Can you play me a memory," though it's often misheard.

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The nostalgic Billy Joel track goes, "Can you play me a memory," though it's often misheard.

What's the correct lyric from "In The Air Tonight"?

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Phil Colins knew what he was doing when he sang "oh lord."

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Phil Colins knew what he was doing when he sang "oh lord."

What's Seal saying in "Kiss From a Rose"?

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Whatever "on the gray" means, that's what he's singing.

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Whatever "on the gray" means, that's what he's singing.

Correct this line from "Bohemian Rhapsody."

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Freddie Mercury really felt this one when he said "pulled my trigger."

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Freddie Mercury really felt this one when he said "pulled my trigger."

How does the Friends theme song go?

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Your lobster will always be there for you when the rain starts to pour.

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Your lobster will always be there for you when the rain starts to pour.

What's the correct line from The Empire Strikes Back?

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The most famous line from this Star Wars maybe never actually happened. No one ever said Luke, I am your father. The correct line is No, I am your father. 

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The most famous line from this Star Wars maybe never actually happened. No one ever said Luke, I am your father. The correct line is No, I am your father. 

What's the correct line from Forrest Gump?

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The famous line from this movie isn't in the present tense like it's often quoted. The correct line is "Life was like a box of chocolates."

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The famous line from this movie isn't in the present tense like it's often quoted. The correct line is "Life was like a box of chocolates."

What does Dorothy say when she arrives in Munchkinland in The Wizard of Oz?

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Though a simple misquote, the correct line is "Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore."

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Though a simple misquote, the correct line is "Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore."

Which spelling is correct?

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The correct name for this snack is "Cheez-It," but is often referred to as "Cheez-Itz."

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The correct name for this snack is "Cheez-It," but is often referred to as "Cheez-Itz."

What color is Tony the Tiger's nose?

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Tony the Tiger's nose is blue!

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Tony the Tiger's nose is blue!

What's the name of the Peanuts creator? 

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Charles M. Schulz created the Peanuts cartoons in 1950.

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Charles M. Schulz created the Peanuts cartoons in 1950.

How do you spell the name of this cereal?

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The cereal spells "Cocoa" correctly on the box.

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The cereal spells "Cocoa" correctly on the box.

What's the name of this cereal?

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This popular kids' cereal goes by the abbreviated version, "Cap'n."

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This popular kids' cereal goes by the abbreviated version, "Cap'n."

Which is the correct order of a stoplight?

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Red is always on top!

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Red is always on top!

In The Sword in the Stone, what is the sword stuck in?

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Despite the title of the movie, the sword is actually stuck in an anvil.

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Despite the title of the movie, the sword is actually stuck in an anvil.

What does the Evil Queen say in Snow White?

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It's misquoted as "Mirror, mirror" all the time, but the right phrase is "Magic mirror on the wall, who is the fairest one of all?"

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It's misquoted as "Mirror, mirror" all the time, but the right phrase is "Magic mirror on the wall, who is the fairest one of all?"

How do you spell her name?

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The villain from 101 Dalmatians is named Cruella De Vil.

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The villain from 101 Dalmatians is named Cruella De Vil.

How is the Disney logo presented on the Beauty and the Beast cover?

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The Disney logo always shows up as "Disney" and not "Disney's."

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The Disney logo always shows up as "Disney" and not "Disney's."

What does Baloo actually look like in this scene?

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Your memory serves you wrong if you thought he was wearing a coconut bra in this scene with King Louis.

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Your memory serves you wrong if you thought he was wearing a coconut bra in this scene with King Louis.

How does this song go?

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This song is actually sung on the way back from work. 

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This song is actually sung on the way back from work. 

Does Mickey have a tail in Steamboat Willie?

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Of course the famous mouse has a tail!

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Of course the famous mouse has a tail!

What do the Tweedles wear on their hats in Alice in Wonderland?

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Even though it's a classic "Dumb and Dumber" look to wear hats with propellers, the Tweedles are wearing hats with flags in this classic movie. 

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Even though it's a classic "Dumb and Dumber" look to wear hats with propellers, the Tweedles are wearing hats with flags in this classic movie. 

Can you see Cinderella's ears?

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Cinderella never shows her ears in this classic Disney movie!

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Cinderella never shows her ears in this classic Disney movie!

What colors are Uncle Sam's hat?

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The classic "I want you!" poster depicts Uncle Sam in a blue and white top hat.

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The classic "I want you!" poster depicts Uncle Sam in a blue and white top hat.

Which is the correct Fruit of the Loom logo?

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This is another constant misrememberance, but the logo is actually just a collection of fruit.

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This is another constant misrememberance, but the logo is actually just a collection of fruit.

What does the Target logo look like?

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The Target logo is meant to look like a bullseye, with a filled-in circle in the center.

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The Target logo is meant to look like a bullseye, with a filled-in circle in the center.

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