How Well Do You Know Alexander Popov

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Yes, not many swimmers come from this region, but a few do make it out to become competitive swimmers. One fine example of such is Alexander Popov, a Russia, who if we want to really complement, could out-swim a dolphin. So, are you good for a few questions?

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1.

Which year did he start dating Darya Shmeleva?
- A.
  
  1997
- B.
  
  1995
- C.
  
  1996
- D.
  
  1994
Correct Answer
B. 1995

Explanation
The correct answer is 1995. This is the year in which he started dating Darya Shmeleva.

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2.

How many children does Popov have as at April 2018?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  4
Correct Answer
C. 3

Explanation
The question is asking for the number of children that Popov has as of April 2018. The correct answer is 3, which means that Popov has three children.

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3.

Which year did he become part of Adidas' supervisory board?
- A.
  
  1998
- B.
  
  2010
- C.
  
  2009
- D.
  
  2006
Correct Answer
C. 2009

Explanation
In 2009, he became part of Adidas' supervisory board.

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4.

When did he serve as chairman of the RC Lokomotiv Moscow?
- A.
  
  2009
- B.
  
  2010
- C.
  
  2012
- D.
  
  2008
Correct Answer
A. 2009
5.

When was he named to the Evaluation Commission?
- A.
  
  2000 Summer Olympics
- B.
  
  2004 Summer Olympics
- C.
  
  2008 Summer Olympics
- D.
  
  2016 Summer Olympics
Correct Answer
D. 2016 Summer Olympics
6.

Which other athlete does he work alongside as Omega SA spokesperson?
- A.
  
  Don Barrow
- B.
  
  Ryan Lachter
- C.
  
  Ian Thorpe
- D.
  
  Michael Phelps
Correct Answer
C. Ian Thorpe

Explanation
The correct answer is Ian Thorpe because he is mentioned as one of the options for the athlete that the person works alongside as Omega SA spokesperson.

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7.

Which of the following is his wife's profession?
- A.
  
  Teacher
- B.
  
  Broker
- C.
  
  Footballer
- D.
  
  Swimmer
Correct Answer
D. Swimmer

Explanation
The correct answer is Swimmer because the question is asking about the profession of "his wife." Out of the given options, Swimmer is the only profession that can be associated with a person's wife. The other options, Teacher, Broker, and Footballer, do not specify the gender of the person in question and can be applicable to both men and women. Therefore, Swimmer is the most appropriate choice for his wife's profession.

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8.

When was he elected as a full member of the International Olympic Committee?
- A.
  
  1997
- B.
  
  1999
- C.
  
  1996
- D.
  
  1995
Correct Answer
B. 1999

Explanation
In 1999, he was elected as a full member of the International Olympic Committee.

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9.

What year did he confirm that he was permanently leaving Australia?
- A.
  
  2008
- B.
  
  2006
- C.
  
  2004
- D.
  
  2003
Correct Answer
D. 2003

Explanation
In the given question, it is stated that "he" confirmed his permanent departure from Australia. Among the given options, the only year mentioned is 2003. Therefore, it can be inferred that 2003 is the correct answer as it is the only year provided in the options.

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10.

Which competition did Popov win gold in the 50-metre and 100-meter freestyle?
- A.
  
  1996 Olympics
- B.
  
  2000 Olympics
- C.
  
  2004 Olympics
- D.
  
  1992 Olympics
Correct Answer
D. 1992 Olympics

Explanation
Popov won gold in the 50-meter and 100-meter freestyle at the 1992 Olympics.

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