How Well Do You Know Amy Van Dyken

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    How many gold medals did Dyken win in her career?

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There are swimmers, there are medalists and in another class are the world beaters that set the record while collecting their gold. This retired female swimmer and sports talk show host is worth knowing about. On that note, would you like to know more about Amy Van Dyken?

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  • 2. 
    When was she named American swimmer of the year? - ProProfs

    When was she named American swimmer of the year?

    • 1996 and 1997

    • 1997 and 1998

    • 1994 and 1995

    • 1995 and 1996

    Correct Answer
    A. 1995 and 1996
    Explanation
    She was named American swimmer of the year in 1995 and 1996.

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  • 3. 
    Where did she place at the 1992 Olympic Trials? - ProProfs

    Where did she place at the 1992 Olympic Trials?

    • 4th

    • 6th

    • 3rd

    • 5th

    Correct Answer
    A. 4th
    Explanation
    She placed 4th at the 1992 Olympic Trials.

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  • 4. 
    Which university did Dyken attend after high school? - ProProfs

    Which university did Dyken attend after high school?

    • University of Arizona

    • Indianapolis University

    • Stanford University

    • Yale University

    Correct Answer
    A. University of Arizona
    Explanation
    Dyken attended the University of Arizona after high school.

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  • 5. 
    When was she named the NCAA female swimmer of the year? - ProProfs

    When was she named the NCAA female swimmer of the year?

    • 1994

    • 1996

    • 1997

    • 1998

    Correct Answer
    A. 1994
    Explanation
    In 1994, she was named the NCAA female swimmer of the year.

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  • 6. 
    Which Olympic did Van Dyken become the first American female athlete to win 4 gold medals? - ProProfs

    Which Olympic did Van Dyken become the first American female athlete to win 4 gold medals?

    • 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta

    • 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney

    • 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing

    • 2014 Summer Olympics in Athens

    Correct Answer
    A. 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta
    Explanation
    In the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Van Dyken became the first American female athlete to win 4 gold medals. This means that she achieved this feat in the 1996 Olympics and not in any of the other Olympics mentioned.

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  • 7. 
    Which award did her success in swimming win her? - ProProfs

    Which award did her success in swimming win her?

    • ESPN Awards

    • Playboy Awards

    • GQ Magazines

    • New York Times Sports awards

    Correct Answer
    A. ESPN Awards
    Explanation
    The correct answer is ESPN Awards because it is stated in the question that her success in swimming won her an award, and the only option related to sports awards is ESPN Awards.

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  • 8. 
    When did Van Dyken retire from swimming and married former NFL punter? - ProProfs

    When did Van Dyken retire from swimming and married former NFL punter?

    • After 2000 Olympics

    • After 2002 Olympics

    • 2008 Olympics Mark Hilman

    • After 2004 Olympics

    Correct Answer
    A. After 2000 Olympics
    Explanation
    Van Dyken retired from swimming and married former NFL punter after the 2000 Olympics.

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  • 9. 
    How many magazine and newspaper cover has she appeared on? - ProProfs

    How many magazine and newspaper cover has she appeared on?

    • USA Today

    • Newsweek and Swimming World Magazines

    • Times and Sports Illustrated

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "All of the above" because the question asks about the number of magazine and newspaper covers she has appeared on, and all of the options listed (USA Today, Newsweek and Swimming World Magazines, Times, and Sports Illustrated) are magazines and newspapers. Therefore, the correct answer is that she has appeared on all of them.

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  • 10. 
    What ailment did she suffer from in her childhood? - ProProfs

    What ailment did she suffer from in her childhood?

    • Depression

    • Alzheimer

    • Cough

    • Asthma

    Correct Answer
    A. Asthma
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that causes difficulty in breathing due to the narrowing of the airways. It is a common ailment that can start in childhood and continue into adulthood. Symptoms of asthma include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. It is often triggered by factors such as allergies, exercise, and exposure to irritants. Proper management and treatment can help control asthma symptoms and improve the quality of life for individuals with the condition.

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