Do You Recognize Jimmy Mclane?
Jimmy McLane, formerly a competition swimmer represented America in international swimming competitions. His first attempt in 1948 in the Summer Olympics yielded a gold medal in the 4x200m freestyle relay. He also participated in the 1952 Summer Olympics and won a gold medal. McLane retired from swimming in 1955. Let's see if you will demonstrate your love for swimming by attempting these questions.
- 1.
How many times was he declared an Olympic Champion?
- A.
Thrice
- B.
Twice
- C.
Once
- D.
Four times
Correct Answer
A. ThriceExplanation
The correct answer is "Thrice." This means that he was declared an Olympic Champion three times.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of these universities did he attend?
- A.
Stanford University
- B.
Harvard University
- C.
Yale University
- D.
Emory University
Correct Answer
C. Yale UniversityExplanation
The person attended Yale University because it is listed as one of the options and is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How old was he when he competed in the 1958 Summer Olympics?
- A.
He was sixteen years old
- B.
He was thirteen years old
- C.
He was seventeen years old
- D.
He was fifteen years old
Correct Answer
C. He was seventeen years oldExplanation
The correct answer is "He was seventeen years old". This can be inferred from the question which asks about his age when he competed in the 1958 Summer Olympics.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When did he graduate from university?
- A.
1950
- B.
1949
- C.
1951
- D.
1953
Correct Answer
D. 1953 -
- 5.
When was he inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame?
- A.
1971
- B.
1975
- C.
1973
- D.
1970
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D. 1970 -
- 6.
What position did he place in the 1500m freestyle of 1952?
- A.
Fourth position
- B.
Second position
- C.
Third position
- D.
Eighth position
Correct Answer
A. Fourth positionExplanation
In the 1500m freestyle of 1952, he placed in the fourth position.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How many times did he compete in Pan American Games?
- A.
Thrice
- B.
Four times
- C.
Twice
- D.
Five times
Correct Answer
A. ThriceExplanation
The correct answer is "Thrice" because it indicates that he competed in the Pan American Games three times.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many times did he appear in Olympic Games?
- A.
Thrice
- B.
Twice
- C.
Four times
- D.
Six times
Correct Answer
C. Four timesExplanation
The correct answer is "Four times" because the question asks how many times he appeared in Olympic Games, and the answer provided is "Four times."Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is his middle name?
- A.
Jackson
- B.
James
- C.
Price
- D.
Levi
Correct Answer
C. PriceExplanation
The question is asking for the person's middle name. Among the given options, "Price" is the only name that fits the criteria of a middle name. "Jackson," "James," and "Levi" are all first names. Therefore, the correct answer is Price.Rate this question:
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- 10.
When did he compete last in an Olympic Competition?
- A.
1946
- B.
1952
- C.
1948
- D.
1950
Correct Answer
B. 1952Explanation
The question asks about the last time he competed in an Olympic competition. Among the given options, 1952 is the latest year, indicating that it was the most recent Olympic competition he participated in.Rate this question:
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