A Nov. 29 1983 N.Y. Times article about these used “near-riot”, “adoptable”, “waiting for 8 hours” & “my life (is) in danger

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A Nov. 29 1983 N.Y. Times article about these used “near-riot”, “adoptable”, “waiting for 8 hours” & “my life (is) in danger

Final Jeopardy Answer

The Final Jeopardy Answer is: Cabbage Patch Kids

Final Jeopardy Explanation 

The November 29, 1983, New York Times article that used phrases such as “near-riot,” “adoptable,” “waiting for 8 hours,” and “my life (is) in danger” was referring to the release and intense consumer demand for Cabbage Patch Kids dolls. During the early 1980s, Cabbage Patch Kids dolls became a massive sensation in the United States, leading to unprecedented scenes of chaos and long lines at stores as parents and collectors tried to purchase the highly sought-after toys, especially during the holiday season. The dolls, known for their unique, hand-stitched appearance and adoption-themed purchase process, were in such demand that store stocks would often be depleted within hours, sometimes leading to physical altercations among customers vying to secure a doll for the holidays. The phenomenon highlighted the extremes of consumer behavior driven by popular trends and the lengths to which people would go to obtain these must-have items for their children.

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