How Well Do You Know Ernie Davis?
Do you know the real legend of Ernie Davis or just the well known facts about his life? This quiz will challenge how much you know with some simple questions and other difficult ones that many people may not know. It helps us to realize that there is much more beyond the sports aspect of this magnificent individual. It is a challange to go out and "spread the word" about a hero that lives on forever.
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Who was one of Ernie Davis's top football mentors?
- A.
Floyd Little
- B.
Robert Fleck
- C.
Jim Brown
- D.
Erik Dickerson
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C. Jim BrownExplanation
Jim Brown played at Syracuse prior to Ernie Davis attending this college. Ernie went on to continue the Jim Brown era by wearing his number 44 on the field.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Where was Ernie Davis born?
- A.
Elmira, NY
- B.
Syracuse, NY
- C.
New Salem, PA
- D.
Uniontown, PA
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C. New Salem, PAExplanation
He was born in New Salem, PA and moved to Elmira, NY at a young age when his mother was given a job in Elmira.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When was Ernie Davis born?
- A.
December 14,1939
- B.
November 11,1939
- C.
July 15, 1939
- D.
March 7,1939
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A. December 14,1939Explanation
Ernie Davis was born on December 14,1939 to Marie Davis.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Where did Ernie Davis go to college?
- A.
Notre Dame University
- B.
Air Force
- C.
UCLA
- D.
Syracuse University
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D. Syracuse UniversityExplanation
Ernie was being looked at by many colleges. In the end he chose to attend Syracuse and play under head coach Ben Schwartzwalder.Rate this question:
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What was Ernie Davis's football numbers in highschool and college respectively?
- A.
#44 and then #55
- B.
#55 and then #44
- C.
#43 and then #55
- D.
#55 and then #43
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B. #55 and then #44Explanation
Ernie wore number 55 during high school and was given number 44 as his new jersey number upon joining the Syracuse football team.Rate this question:
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What famous bowl game did Ernie take part in during the 1959 season as #1 Syracuse took on and defeated #2 Texas by a score of 23-14?
- A.
Cotton Bowl
- B.
Rose Bowl
- C.
Fiesta Bowl
- D.
Sugar Bowl
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A. Cotton BowlExplanation
During this famous Cotton Bowl, Davis was given MVP honors. He scored 2 touchdowns leading his team to victory against Texas.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What movie was recently created as a tribute to describe the life of Ernie?
- A.
"The Elmira Express"
- B.
"The Express"
- C.
"The Ernie Davis Story"
- D.
"An Elmira Hero"
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B. "The Express"Explanation
The Express (The Ernie Davis Story)was recently published in 2008 showing the life of Ernie Davis.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What high school did Ernie Davis attend?
- A.
Elmira Notre Dame
- B.
Pensylvania Christian Academy
- C.
Elmira Free Academy
- D.
Elmira Christian Academy
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C. Elmira Free AcademyExplanation
He graduated from EFA in the mid 1950's after making an impact both on and off the playing field.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What cancer was Ernie diagnosed with?
- A.
Lung Cancer
- B.
Leukemia
- C.
Colon Cancer
- D.
Prostate Cancer
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B. LeukemiaExplanation
Ernie was diagnosed with leukemia, which is a cancer of the blood and bone marrow. This type of cancer affects the production of white blood cells, leading to an abnormal increase in their number. Lung cancer, colon cancer, and prostate cancer are different types of cancers that affect other organs and tissues in the body.Rate this question:
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- 10.
At what age did Ernie Davis pass away?
- A.
22
- B.
23
- C.
24
- D.
21
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B. 23Explanation
He was born on December 14, 1939 and died on May 18,1963.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which NFL team was Ernie drafted to?
- A.
Cleveland Browns
- B.
Washington RedSkins
- C.
Cincinatti Bengals
- D.
San Fransicso 49ers
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B. Washington RedSkinsExplanation
Ernie was drafted by the Washington Redskins and soon was traded to the Cleveland Browns. It was here where he planed on playing alongside his role model Jim Brown. He was never given this chance due to his death from leukemia.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What famous trophy did Ernie Davis win following the 1961 college season?
- A.
Lombardi Trophy
- B.
The Nobel Prize
- C.
The Stanley Cup
- D.
Heisman Trophy
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D. Heisman TrophyExplanation
Ernie Davis won the Heisman Trophy following the 1961 college season. The Heisman Trophy is awarded annually to the most outstanding player in college football. It is considered one of the most prestigious awards in American sports and is named after John Heisman, a former college football player and coach. Davis became the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy, making his victory even more significant in the history of the sport.Rate this question:
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Which 2 words best descirbe the life of Ernie Davis and what he went through before his death?
- A.
Athleticism and Sympathy
- B.
Wealth and Success
- C.
Poverty and Racism
- D.
Greed and Strength
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C. Poverty and RacismExplanation
Ernie had to deal with a great deal of poverty and racism throughout life. He was very athletic, however, sympathy was the last thing he wanted during his last days as he always kept fighting.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What was the cause of the death of Ernie's father before Ernie was born?
- A.
Cancer
- B.
Stroke
- C.
Death due to a fire
- D.
Car accident
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D. Car accidentExplanation
Ernie's father was killed in a car accident before he was born. This left his mother, Marie in a situation where she would have to raise her son on her own.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What sports did Ernie play while in high school?
- A.
Football, Basketball and Lacrosse
- B.
Football, Basketball, and Baseball
- C.
Football and Basketball
- D.
Football only
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B. Football, Basketball, and BaseballExplanation
Ernie played multiple sports in high school, namely football, basketball, and baseball. This suggests that he was involved in a variety of athletic activities during his time in high school, showcasing his versatility and athleticism.Rate this question:
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