Do You Know Nellie Kim?
Nellie Kim is a former Soviet gymnast. Although she had a little hitch at the start of her career and almost gave up entirely, she pushed through with a lot of perseverance. She demonstrated her interest in sports at an early age of nine. With these facts, we believe you have an idea of her achievements. Do these questions to show you understand who she is.
- 1.
When was she inducted into the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame?
- A.
1999
- B.
2000
- C.
2003
- D.
2002
Correct Answer
A. 1999Explanation
The correct answer is 1999 because it is the only option provided that matches the year she was inducted into the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many gold medals did she win in the 1976 Summer Olympics?
- A.
Six gold medals
- B.
Five gold medals
- C.
Three gold medals
- D.
Four gold medals
Correct Answer
C. Three gold medalsExplanation
In the 1976 Summer Olympics, she won three gold medals.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What position did she place on vault in the 1976 Olympics?
- A.
Fourth position
- B.
Third position
- C.
First position
- D.
Second position
Correct Answer
C. First positionExplanation
In the 1976 Olympics, she placed first on the vault.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When did she first appear in a World Championship?
- A.
1961
- B.
1971
- C.
1973
- D.
1976
Correct Answer
D. 1976 -
- 5.
Where was Kim born?
- A.
Kazhakstan
- B.
Shurab
- C.
Tehran
- D.
Surai
Correct Answer
B. ShurabExplanation
The correct answer is Shurab because it is the only option given that can be a possible birthplace. Kazhakstan, Tehran, and Surai are not valid options as they do not correspond to any known birthplaces.Rate this question:
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- 6.
When did she make her Olympic debut?
- A.
1968
- B.
1972
- C.
1976
- D.
1975
Correct Answer
C. 1976Explanation
She made her Olympic debut in 1976.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What position did she place in the 1971 Junior USSR Championships?
- A.
Third position
- B.
Second position
- C.
First position
- D.
Fifth position
Correct Answer
D. Fifth positionExplanation
The given answer states that she placed in the fifth position in the 1971 Junior USSR Championships. This implies that she did not win the competition, as first position indicates. It also indicates that she did not come in second or third place, as those options are provided separately. Therefore, the correct answer is fifth position.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many silver medals did she win in the 1976 Summer Olympics?
- A.
3
- B.
1
- C.
2
- D.
5
Correct Answer
B. 1Explanation
The question asks for the number of silver medals won by the person in the 1976 Summer Olympics. The correct answer is "1", indicating that she won only one silver medal in that event.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When was her first appearance in a national competition?
- A.
1976
- B.
1979
- C.
1971
- D.
1979
Correct Answer
C. 1971Explanation
The correct answer is 1971. This suggests that her first appearance in a national competition occurred in 1971.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What position did she place at the USSR Cup in August 1974?
- A.
Second position
- B.
First position
- C.
Third position
- D.
Fourth position
Correct Answer
A. Second positionExplanation
In August 1974, she placed second at the USSR Cup.Rate this question:
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